Quiet Week in Brentwood, But Thieves Target Homes, Bikes, and Stores
Brentwood saw a relatively quiet week for major offenses, with no reports of assault with a deadly weapon, robbery, vehicle burglaries, or auto thefts, according to Senior Lead Officer Matthew Kirk’s data. However, several burglaries and thefts were documented.
Burglary
- Aug. 21, 2025 – 0200 block of Goshen Avenue
Police said suspects forced open a pedestrian door leading to an apartment garage before prying their way into the lobby and leasing office. A computer and office scanner were reported stolen.
Theft
- Aug. 17–19, 2025 – 11800 block of Darlington Avenue
A resident reported leaving an Apple Watch on a poolside table inside an apartment complex. The watch was missing when they returned. - Aug. 18, 2025 – 100 block of South Barrington Avenue
Two traffic cones placed in front of a residence were reportedly taken. - Aug. 18, 2025 – 12000 block of Wilshire Boulevard
A shoplifting case was reported at a grocery store after a suspect concealed bottles of alcohol in a backpack and left without paying. - Aug. 22, 2025 – 11700 block of Darlington Avenue
A locked bicycle was stolen from an apartment parking garage between 4 a.m. and 11 a.m., authorities said.
No Reports Filed
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon: None
- Burglary from Motor Vehicle / Theft from Motor Vehicle: None
- Grand Theft Auto: None
- Robbery: None
