Ken Nguyen, a Parks and Rec Commissioner in Santa Ana, has produced a YouTube video touting Jose Solorio for the 34th State Senate District.
While the video is in Vietnamese, Solorio summed it up in a Facebook entry: Continue reading
Category Archives: Westminster
Rapist busted with DNA evidence sentenced to 40 years to life in prison
Orange County District Attorney Press Release
For Immediate Release: September 17, 2014
Case # 13WF0669
SANTA ANA – A man was sentenced today to 40 years to life in state prison for forcibly raping two women after being linked to the cold-case sexual assaults through DNA. Kevin Lawrence Saint John, 45, Hemet, was found guilty by a jury Aug. 20, 2014, of two felony counts of forcible rape with sentencing enhancement allegations for committing a sexual assault against multiple victims and committing a sexual assault during the commission of a kidnapping.
At approximately 3:00 a.m. on Aug. 10, 2004, Saint John entered a 7-Eleven convenience store in Westminster wearing a baseball cap pulled down over his face. He approached 21-year-old Jane Doe #1 in the back area of the store, where she was working. The defendant forced the victim into the freezer area away from the view of any customers and forcibly raped her. He then carried empty boxes out and covered his face from surveillance cameras as he left the store. Continue reading
Simon Youth Academy at Westminster Mall expands to serve more students
Simon Youth Academy at Westminster Mall Expands Capacity to Serve Local Students
New Academy Space Designed to Further Local Dropout Prevention and Recovery Efforts
WESTMINSTER, CA – A successful dropout prevention and recovery program, operating since 2003 as a partnership between Simon Youth Foundation (SYF), Westminster Mall and Huntington Beach Union School District, is expanding its capacity to serve local students through a larger academy space at Westminster Mall and an affiliated second site, Simon Youth Coast High School Academy.
Simon Youth Academy at Westminster Mall will be one of 22 Simon Youth Academies nationwide that exist to help at-risk students stay in school. To-date, SYF has graduated more than 12,000 students, awarded more than $12 million in scholarships and maintained a 90% cumulative graduation rate across all Academies. In Westminster, CA, the existing Academy has served more than 600 students. To-date, SYF and Westminster Mall have awarded $98,000 to local college-bound high school students. Continue reading
Female Asian gang member convicted of dragging a woman to death
Orange County District Attorney Press Release
For Immediate Release
Case# 10WF0524
September 5, 2014
GANG ASSOCIATE CONVICTED OF MURDERING WOMAN BY DRAGGING HER WITH CAR
*Co-defendant in this case was previously convicted and sentenced
SANTA ANA – A female associate of an Asian criminal street gang was convicted yesterday of murdering a woman by dragging her several blocks on the outside of her car. Lynn Ai Quach, 24, Garden Grove, was found guilty by a jury yesterday Sept. 4, 2014, of one felony count of special circumstances murder during the commission of a robbery with sentencing enhancements for criminal street gang activity and vicarious discharge of a firearm by a gang member. She faces a maximum sentence of life in state prison without the possibility of parole at her sentencing Oct. 24, 2014, at 9:00 a.m. in Department C-41, Central Justice Center, Santa Ana.
Co-defendant and Asian criminal street gang member, Christopher Dai-Ichi Yu, 22, Fountain Valley, was found guilty by a jury June 8, 2011, of one felony count each of murder, attempted murder, and street terrorism with sentencing enhancements for criminal street gang activity, personal discharge of a firearm, and vicarious discharge of a firearm by a gang member. He was sentenced Nov. 18, 2011, to 74 years to life in state prison. Continue reading
Simon Kidgits Club bounce house event set for 7/19 at the Westminster Mall
BOUNCE INTO FUN AT WITH THE KIDGITS CLUB AT WESTMINSTER MALL
Event to feature bounce house, crafts and giveaways
WESTMINSTER, Calif., July 14, 2014 – Get ready to jump up and down in excitement! Westminster Mall is hosting a Simon Kidgits Club bounce house event on Saturday, July 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Target Court to celebrate its members with a bounce house and crafts.
The bounce house party offers fun for the whole family. The first 75 members in attendance will receive a special prize.
The Simon Kidgits Club is a fun and informative program that focuses on health, wellness, education, safety and entertainment for children ages 3 to 8. Since 2003, the Simon Kidgits Club has kept children and parents alike amused with various events and activities while providing incentives for club members, such as special offers, rewards and games. Simon Kidgits Club programs have engaged more than 1.8 million parents and kids since its inception. Continue reading
Correa to host an Autism awareness Town Hall meeting on 7/17
Senator Lou Correa to Discuss Services on Autism
(Santa Ana, CA) –Senator Lou Correa in collaboration with The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders and the Regional Center of Orange County invite you to attend an Autism Town Hall on July 17th at the Westminster Civic Center. This Town Hall will include topics around identifying autism and where to get support as a parent, including a public forum in an effort to provides services to parents of/and people with Autism and related disorders.
Further detail about this event below:
Westminster man sentenced for soliciting the murder of his wife
Orange County District Attorney Press Release
For Immediate Release: June 30, 2014
Case # 13CF0340 & 13CF1025
SANTA ANA – A husband was sentenced Friday to life in state prison without the possibility of parole for the 2004 solicitation-murder of his wife. Magdi Faiz Girgis, 62, Westminster, was found guilty by a jury April 17, 2014, of one felony count of special circumstances murder, one felony count of conspiracy to commit murder, and sentencing enhancements for murder for financial gain and murder to prevent testimony were found true.
Co-defendant Anthony Edward Bridget, 40, is charged with one felony count of special circumstances murder, one felony count of conspiracy to commit murder, one felony count of aggravated assault, one felony count of false imprisonment by violence, and sentencing enhancements for murder for financial gain, murder by lying in wait, and murder during the commission of a burglary. If convicted, he faces a minimum sentence of life in state prison without the possibility of parole. Bridget is scheduled for a pre-trial hearing July 18, 2014, at 8:30 a.m. in Department C-57, Central Justice Center. Continue reading
Dino Days roar into Westminster Mall on June 21
Dino Days Roar Into Westminster Mall
WESTMINSTER, Calif., June 18, 2013 — Calling all junior paleontologists! Join the Simon Kidgits Club for Dino Days at Westminster Mall, a one-of-a-kind dinosaur adventure with dino-tastic activities, games and a bounce house! Kids will be transported to a prehistoric time when dinosaurs roamed the earth. It’s going to be a ROARRRING good time, so don’t miss out!
This event will be held in Target Court on June 21st from 10am – 12pm.
The Simon Kidgits Club is a fun and informative program that focuses on health, wellness, education, safety and entertainment for children ages 3 to 8. Since 2003, the Simon Kidgits Club has kept children and parents alike amused with various events and activities while providing incentives for club members, such as special offers, rewards and games. Simon Kidgits Club programs have engaged more than 1.8 million parents and kids since its inception. Continue reading
Man found guilty of burning and disfiguring an 11-month old female relative
Orange County District Attorney Press Release
For Immediate Release, Case # 13WF0274: June 9, 2014
WESTMINSTER – A man was sentenced Friday to 25 years and eight months in state prison for placing a female relative in a bathtub filled with water that was over 120 degrees Fahrenheit and severely burning and disfiguring the victim. Alfred Alexander Hollimon, 24, Westminster, was found guilty by a jury March 21, 2014, of two felony counts of child abuse, one felony count of mayhem, and a sentencing enhancement for causing great bodily injury to a child under 5, with a prior strike conviction in 2008 for attempted robbery in Nevada. Continue reading
Westminster man convicted for soliciting the murder of his wife
Orange County District Attorney Press Release
For Immediate Release, Case # 13CF0340 & 13CF1025: April 18, 2014
HUSBAND CONVICTED OF 2004 SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES CONSPIRACY-MURDER BY SOLICITING MURDER OF WIFE
SANTA ANA – A husband was convicted yesterday of the 2004 solicitation-murder of his wife. Magdi Faiz Girgis, 61, Westminster, was found guilty by a jury April 17, 2014, of one felony count of special circumstances murder, one felony count of conspiracy to commit murder, and sentencing enhancements for murder for financial gain and murder to prevent testimony were found true. He faces a minimum sentence of life in state prison without the possibility at his sentencing on May 30, 2014, in Department C-41, Central Justice Center, Santa Ana.
Co-defendant Anthony Edward Bridget, 40, is charged with one felony count of special circumstances murder, one felony count of conspiracy to commit murder, one felony count of aggravated assault, one felony count of false imprisonment by violence, and sentencing enhancements for murder for financial gain, murder by lying in wait, and murder during the commission of a burglary. If convicted, he faces a minimum sentence of life in state prison without the possibility of parole. Bridget is scheduled for a preliminary hearing June 20, 2014, at 8:30 a.m. in Department C-57, Central Justice Center. Continue reading
Meet a Caring Easter Bunny at the Westminster Mall
EASTER BUNNY PHOTO EXPERIENCE IS COMING SOON AT ORANGE COUNTY SIMON MALLS TO DELIGHT FAMILIES
Families can also visit the Caring Bunny – a unique event in a subdued environment tailored to special needs children
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. — Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE:SPG), a global leader in retail real estate, is hosting its annual Easter celebration festivities throughout Orange County, offering families the chance to participate in both traditional and unique seasonal events.
“We love to hold family-friendly events at Westminster Mall and we always look forward to watching children interact with the Bunny at Easter,” said Nate Weirbach, director of marketing and business development at Westminster Mall. Continue reading
Santa Ana man kills a 12-year old girl in a high speed chase in Westminster
Santa Ana resident kills a 12-year old girl in a high speed chase
Based on information provided by the Westminster Police Department
Westminster patrol officers attempted to stop a wanted suspect who was driving in the area of Sigler Park, just after 6 pm on Friday, April 3, 2014. The suspect was wanted for weapons violations and narcotics trafficking. When officers attempted to make contact in the area of Olive St. and Plaza St., the suspect intentionally crashed into a marked patrol vehicle and fled. Officers pursued the suspect vehicle.
Officers chased the suspect vehicle north on Olive St. through Westminster Blvd. The vehicle continued to Trask Ave. where the suspect attempted to make a left turn. As he did, he broadsided a minivan. The suspect lost control of his vehicle and collided with a fourth vehicle, which caused the suspect vehicle to overturn. When the vehicle came to rest, the suspect fled on foot from the scene. Continue reading
34th State Senate District candidate Pham’s campaign kickoff set for 4/6
Long Pham, a Republican candidate for the 34th State Senate district is hosting a campaign office Grand Opening and Precinct Walk on Sunday, April 6, 2014, at 10:00 am at 9191 Bolsa Avenue, Ste. 209, in Westminster.
Coffee and refreshments will be served. For more information about Long Pham’s campaign for the 34th State Senate District please click here or call 949.500.9887 or 714.727.5805.
Winning election to Orange County School Board in 2008 was not Long Pham’s first major electoral victory. The nationally renowned nuclear engineer and self-made Republican businessman was elected in 2000 by over 125,000 engineers nationally to serve as Vice President of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Continue reading
Windsor Fashions to join the Westminster Mall in time for this year’s Prom
WINDSOR FASHIONS TO JOIN WESTMINSTER MALL IN TIME FOR PROM
New retailer specializes in dresses for every occasion, fashion apparel
WESTMINSTER, Calif. (April 1, 2014) – Stumped on what to wear on that special night on the town? Simon Property Group’s (NYSE: SPG) Westminster Mall is excited to announce that Windsor Fashions will open its doors this Friday, April 4, just in time for prom season.
Located on the upper level of Westminster Mall in a 5,771 square-foot shop by Sears, Windsor offers women’s and junior’s contemporary apparel and accessories, including everything from blazers to strappy sandals, and printed scarves to rompers. Continue reading
Westminster man to face trial for soliciting the murder of his wife
Orange County District Attorney Press Release
For Immediate Release, Case # 13CF0340/13CF1025: March 17, 2014
HUSBAND TO FACE TRIAL FOR 2004 SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES CONSPIRACY-MURDER BY SOLICITING MURDER OF WIFE
SANTA ANA – A husband will face a jury trial tomorrow for the 2004 solicitation-murder of his wife. Magdi Faiz Girgis, 61, Westminster, is charged with one felony count of special circumstances murder, one felony count of conspiracy to commit murder, and one felony count of false imprisonment by violence, and sentencing enhancements for murder for financial gain and murder to prevent testimony. If convicted, he faces a minimum sentence of life in state prison without the possibility. Opening statements are scheduled to begin tomorrow morning, Tuesday, March 18, 2014, in Department C-41, Central Justice Center, Santa Ana. Continue reading