Authorities in Los Angeles County are alerting residents about a growing crime trend known as “bank jugging,” in which thieves target people shortly after they withdraw cash from banks or ATMs. The warning was issued by the Bell Police Department, which said recent reports show suspects closely monitoring customers who withdraw money before following them … Read more
A woman was found dead inside a home in Twentynine Palms, and authorities have arrested a man in connection with her death, officials said. Deputies with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department responded around 8 a.m. on March 13 to the 6500 block of Adobe Road after receiving a call about a vehicle check. When … Read more
A security guard was injured in a stabbing at Westfield Topanga Mall on Friday night, according to authorities. Emergency crews with the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the scene and transported the victim to a nearby hospital. Officials said the guard’s condition was not immediately known. Attack occurred during attempted theft Investigators with the … Read more
A police pursuit involving a suspected stolen vehicle led to the closure of northbound lanes on Interstate 5 near East Los Angeles, California late Friday night. Authorities said the chase began when deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department attempted to stop a vehicle believed to be stolen near Lakewood, California. Pursuit ends near … Read more
Authorities are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred early Saturday in Lancaster, California. Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department responded around 4:36 a.m. to reports of a stabbing in the 400 block of East Lancaster Boulevard. Victim taken to hospital, later dies Officials said the victim, identified only as an adult man, was … Read more
A former evidence custodian with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has pleaded no contest after prosecutors said he destroyed a blood sample connected to his own DUI arrest. According to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, Tommy Ray Trimble was sentenced to two days in county jail, two years of probation and 30 … Read more
A social media streamer became the target of a dangerous “swatting” hoax that prompted a large police response at a shopping mall in Arcadia, California. Authorities rushed to the mall in the San Gabriel Valley, California after receiving a false report about an armed person inside the building. The call turned out to be a … Read more
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has begun using a new tool designed to safely stop fleeing vehicles during police pursuits. The device, known as “The Grappler,” aims to reduce the risks that high-speed chases pose to officers and the public. According to authorities, the Grappler is mounted on the front of a patrol vehicle. When … Read more
New polling suggests that Steve Hilton, Tom Steyer, and Eric Swalwell are among the leading candidates in the race for governor of California as the state’s June primary approaches. Under California’s primary election system, all candidates compete on the same ballot, with the top two vote-getters advancing to the November general election regardless of party … Read more
Investigators with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department are asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects believed to be involved in an arson attack at a strip mall in Paramount, California. According to authorities, the fire occurred early on the morning of Feb. 24 in the 7900 block of Alondra Boulevard. Detectives say the … Read more