Reader Letter: Tweeker problem = Crime problem

Below is a note from a Boulder Creek Insider reader……

Hi Folks,

Just a quick word and warning about a growing problem we are facing in Boulder Creek. Unfortunately we are facing a burglary wave that is surprisingly bigger than most people are aware of. My girlfriend and I were victims as of Sun the 9th.

For those of you who have had this happen I don’t have to explain the feeling of personal violation of home and possessions. For those of you who have not experienced this, I hope you never do.

In the process of trying to get information regarding other Burglaries in the area to see if maybe they were related I took a look at the Santa Cruz Sheriffs crime map. (See below). I was quite surprised at how many of these crimes are located in our area. I put in a search with a time frame of one year from 9/15/11 to 9/18/12. I also selected only burglaries and narcotic arrests. Shocker!! There seems to be a pattern.

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Cajun Shrimp Boil – Joe’s Bar

September 11, 2012 By JD in Community, music, Stores and Shops Tags: acoustic shadows, shrimp Leave a comment

Joe’s Bar is hosting a ‘Cajun Shrimp Boil’ this Saturday, Sept 15th starting at 5:30 pm to benefit the San Lorenzo Valley Museum and it programs.

Shrimp boil master Erik Rozite will be overseeing this delicious cajun creation tickets are only $15.00.

After dinner Acoustic Shadows will entertain guests and a raffle will be held with donations from the SLV Museum and Joe’s Bar, including a large framed print of the historic Boulder Creek Mural on the side of BC Hardware.

Be An Insider

September 8, 2012 By JD in Boulder Creek Insider Tags: boulder creek insider, contribute Leave a comment

We’re a volunteer-run outlet dedicated to this town.. to highlight the good, showcase our local talent, people and events… as well as put a light on the criminal and irresponsible.

Got a tip? A picture from Boulder Creek? An historical story to tell? Have a skill or hobby that could help others in this town?

Please reach out to us – We’d love to have your contribution. bouldercreekinsider@gmail.com

Bear Creek Road detour – Sept 10 – Oct 12

September 8, 2012 By JD in News Tags: bear creek road, road closed! 1 Comment

Day time road closures of Bear Creek Road for slide repairs are scheduled to take place from September 10, to October 12, 2012. The road will remain open in the evenings.

The road will be closed between the Presentation Center (2 miles south of Hwy 17 at Lexington) and Summit Road from Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Detours will be set up daily via Black Road and Thompson Road at the bottom of the hill and via Summit and Hwy 17.

The road will be reopened following completion of work each day, remain open during the evenings, and be reclosed each morning. The contractor’s equipment will occupy the roadway and only emergency vehicles will be able to pass during the closure.

SC Sheriff – Attempted Assault – Boulder Creek

September 5, 2012 By JD in Crime, News, TRASH Tags: assault, Crime 3 Comments

Below is a report and sketch from the Sherrif. If you have any info please call 471-1121.

On Sunday, August 26, 2012 at 11:00 p.m., a 16 year old female was attacked by an unknown male shortly after she got off a bus near Boulder Creek. The suspect attempted to grab the female from behind and grasped her hair. She screamed and the suspect fled in a white Toyota truck.

The victim told her father what happened and he went to the area where he saw a similar truck, but was unable to make contact. The father described the truck as a white 1993 or 1994 Toyota pickup truck single cab 4X4, slightly lifted with newer tires. The truck was missing the tailgate.

The victim described the suspect as a white male, in his 30’s, 6’00”, thin build, a bump on his nose, light brown or blond hair, with scruff along his jaw line and a goatee. He was wearing blue jeans and a white tank top. The victim had never seen the suspect before.

Please contact the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office at 471-1121 if you have any information or similar events to report.

Message of the Week

September 4, 2012 By JD in Uncategorized Leave a comment

Tomorrow – Garrahan Park Potluck Party and Clean Up Day

August 31, 2012 By JD in Community, contribute, rec center Tags: Garrahan, potluck Leave a comment

Tomorrow, September 1, 2012
• Time: 10-2pm
• Location: Garrahan Park
• KIDS WELCOME! JUMP HOUSE AND TOYS AVAILABLE
• Fall cleanup bring a picnic lunch and orpotluck item, work gloves, shovels, water bottle, hat and knee pad.
• RSVP: 831-338-4144