Information in this report may not include all responses or participation of the Colma Police Department.
Crimes Investigated
In October 2024, our diligent Officers handled many incidents, fielding 2,106 and taking 155 reports. They made 85 arrests, 71 for misdemeanors and 14 for felonies, issued 123 criminal, traffic, and parking citations, and conducted 156 traffic enforcement stops. In November, Officers continued their efficient work, handling 1,375 incidents and taking 82 reports. Between November 1 and November 18, 49 arrests, 92 citations, and 172 traffic stops were conducted.
On October 27, Juan Cerda was observed driving on the 400 Block of Serramonte Boulevard at approximately 55 mph in a posted 30 mph zone. Cerda was observed committing additional California Vehicle Code violations, and a traffic stop was conducted. As the CPD Officer spoke with Cerda, an odor of an alcoholic beverage was emitting from his person. Further investigation was conducted, which resulted in Cerda being placed under arrest for suspicion of driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage. He was issued a citation for driving under the influence of alcohol and transported to a sobering facility.
On October 30, Officers responded to assist with a theft investigation from a business on the 100 Block of Colma Boulevard. Loss Prevention reported that two suspects, who were later identified as Steven Bearce and Christen Christensen, had selected approximately $500.00 worth of store merchandise and exited the store without paying. CPD Officers quickly arrived on the scene and attempted to detain Bearce and Christensen, who fled on foot after being ordered to stop. A foot pursuit was initiated, which resulted in both suspects being apprehended by CPD Officers. Bearce and Christensen were transported to the county jail and booked for resisting arrest, conspiracy to commit a crime, and petty theft.
On October 31, CPD Officers responded to a business located in the Metro Mall on the report of two suspects detained by Loss Prevention for stealing. CPD Officers arrived on the scene and contacted Keyarra Tooks Dilworth and Zyaira Chisholm. Both suspects provided CPD Officers with a false name in attempt to conceal their true identity. CPD Officers were able to confirm their true identity and were placed under arrest for conspiracy to commit a crime, shoplifting, misappropriation of lost property, and giving a false identification to a police officer. Dillworth and Chisholm were issued a citation for the offenses mentioned, which they signed, and were released from the scene.
Between November 1 and November 8, there were 142 calls for service and 489 officer-initiated incidents. Officers took a total of 41 cases, which included a diverse range of incidents, such as battery on a spouse, embezzlement, vehicle collisions, grand thefts, warrants arrest, and narcotics arrests. This variety of cases demonstrates the officers’ ability to handle different situations effectively.
On November 1, a theft occurred at a business located inside the Metro Mall. Loss Prevention provided a description of the suspect vehicle as it was fleeing the Metro Mall. CPD Officers located the vehicle on Junipero Serra Boulevard and San Pedro Road. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the suspect vehicle, but it failed to yield to Officers’ lights and sirens. A vehicle pursuit was initiated and later canceled due to the driver’s wantoned disregard for public safety and conditions. This is an ongoing investigation in an attempt to locate the vehicle and suspect who committed the theft.
On November 8, CPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at San Pedro Road and Washington Street in Daly City for multiple traffic violations. A records check of the driver showed he was clear of wants/warrants. A records check of the front passenger, Smanatha Gomez, revealed she had an active felony warrant for her arrest issued by the Alameda County Sheriff’s Department. Gomez was arrested for her outstanding warrant and booked into county jail.
Between November 9 and November 18, our Officers responded to a wide range of incidents, totaling 783. These included 151 calls for service and 632 officer-initiated incidents. The incidents led to 29 arrests and 65 citations, covering cases ranging from mutual aid, possession of narcotics, shoplifting, vehicle collisions, and vandalism, among others.
On November 12, CPD hosted 26 traffic deputies/officers from various law enforcement agencies throughout the county of San Mateo and participated in the San Mateo County Saturation Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P). This collaborative effort, which aims to increase traffic safety and awareness in known trouble spots throughout San Mateo County, is a key part of our commitment to public safety. The operation was focused on traffic education and enforcement in Colma and Daly City.
Deputies/Officers made approximately 208 traffic stops and issued 201 citations. The citations ranged from the following: cell phone while driving, failing to stop at a stop sign, speeding, driving on the wrong side of the road or unsafe passing, red light violations, failure to yield to a pedestrian, to obey a posted sign, unsafe turning movement/lane change, driving with expired vehicle registration, not using a seat belt, driving without a valid driver’s license, and driving in the bicycle lane.
Thank you to CPD Dispatch for their assistance with radio communications during this traffic detail!
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Community Events
| 11/01/24 | Turkey Bowl | Classic Bowl |
| 11/03/24 | Dia De Los Muertos | San CCC |
| 11/11/24 | Veteran Thank you bags | Mercy Housing |