Burbank Crime Report – May 8 Edition

In Burbank, the police department has been responding to a diverse range of criminal activities from early April to early May 2024, showcasing the city’s ongoing challenges with public safety. Here’s a summary of the crimes reported, organized chronologically:

April 5, 2024

• Fraud was reported at the 3600 block of W Magnolia Bl.

April 23, 2024

• A burglary occurred at the 1700 block of N Victory Pl.
• Theft/larceny took place at the 1500 block of W Olive Av.

April 30, 2024

• Robbery was reported at the 700 block of N Fifth St.
• Fraud activities were detected at the 400 block of S Griffith Park Dr.
• An assault incident occurred at the 100 block of N Glenoaks Bl.

May 1, 2024

• Early morning reports included a motor vehicle theft at the 1200 block of N Reese Pl and weapons offenses at the 100 block of N Valley St.
• Burglaries were reported at the 300 block of E Cedar Av and 600 block of E Angelino Av.
• Theft/larceny incidents occurred at S Buena Vista St/W Riverside Dr and the 100 block of E Alameda Av.
• Additional drug/alcohol violations and a burglary were reported at S San Fernando Bl/E Alameda Av and 500 block of E Magnolia Bl, respectively.

May 2, 2024

• The day started with drug/alcohol violations at N San Fernando Bl/E Burbank Bl.
• Fraud was reported at the 1600 block of N San Fernando Bl.
• Assaults were recorded throughout the day at various locations including 4000 block of W Riverside Dr, 100 block of E Orange Grove Av, and 600 block of E Santa Anita Av.
• Thefts/larcenies also occurred at the 2500 block of W Victory Bl and the 300 block of S Virginia Av.

May 3, 2024

• Early morning activities included a vehicle break-in/theft at the 1200 block of N Orchard Dr and a motor vehicle theft at the 1200 block of N Beachwood Dr, followed closely by drug/alcohol violations at W Alameda Av/S Victory Bl.

This pattern of incidents paints a picture of a community grappling with a variety of crimes, affecting various neighborhoods across Burbank. From theft and burglary to assault and drug-related offenses, the local police are actively engaging in addressing these issues, underscoring the necessity for continued vigilance and community cooperation to enhance safety and security.