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Rollover Crash Into Transformer Takes Out Power in San Fernando Neighborhood
SAN FERNANDO, Calif., Apr. 18 (KNN) — A portion of a San Fernando neighborhood was plunged into darkness after a vehicle struck a transformer Wednesday night. The Los Angeles City Fire Department and San Fernando Police Department responded to a reported vehicle rollover traffic collision around 9:45 p.m. in the 1300 block of Truman Avenue.
Woman wanted for questioning in death of 46-year-old Southern California man
Detectives with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department are asking the public for information leading to the identification and location of a woman who is wanted for questioning in connection with the homicide of a 46-year-old man earlier this month, authorities announced Thursday. According to investigators, Louie Martin Cervantes was involved in a domestic […]
Sheriff’s department dog shot in Compton, recovering at home
COMPTON, Calif. — A Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department dog was recovering and “resting comfortably” Thursday after being shot by an assault suspect during a search in Compton. “During the course of the search, the suspect discharged his firearm, which struck K9 `Kjeld’ resulting in an...
Lynwood Man Arrested, Charged with Ventura County Pharmacy Burglaries
A Lynwood man suspected of a string of pharmacy burglaries in Ventura County was nabbed by detectives earlier this week. Daniel Godinez, 21, was arrested after Ventura County Sheriff's Office detectives tied him to attempted break-ins at several pharmacies last December, according to a press release from the Thousand Oaks Police Department.
Security guard arrested for allegedly brutally beating hairstylist outside West Hollywood nightclub
Los Angeles County deputies arrested a security guard for brutally beating a hairstylist outside of a West Hollywood nightclub. The attack happened nearly two weeks ago when 53-year-old hairstylist Albert Vasquez moved back and forth between Gym Bar and Heart WeHo along Santa Monica Boulevard."We know he was with certain friends at a bar, and from that bar, he walked to another bar because they were next to each other," sister Gloria Jimenez said. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said they received a call for someone needing medical attention around 11 p.m. on April 5 but did not find...
Bodycam video shows LASD shooting of man armed with knife who crashed Pontiac into patrol vehicle
Authorities have released bodycam video of an incident in which deputies shot and killed an armed man who they say intentionally rammed the muscle car he was driving into a patrol vehicle near the Long Beach-Bellflower border.
L.A. Sheriff's Deputy Charged With Stealing Cash Evidence, Tampering, in Whittier Incident
An L.A. County sheriff's deputy could face over six years in the slammer after being hit with charges for allegedly pocketing cash evidence from a traffic stop, and then covering her tracks with a bogus police report. Jessica Lynn, a deputy of undoubted duty until now, allegedly crossed the line, committing the very crimes she was supposed to thwart.
LAPD in Pursuit of Armed Trio Suspected in Series of Taser Robberies Across Los Angeles Retail Stores
Shocking taser robberies are gripping Los Angeles retail outlets as the LAPD scrambles to put the clampdown on an armed trio accused of sparking terror while they snatch goods. In a spree of electric thievery, these suspects are not afraid to shock employees who try to get in their way. The LAPD shared details of the incidents on their official website, attempting to embrace the community in their search for the outstanding perpetrators.
Metrolink to celebrate Earth Day with free rides
On Earth Day, Monday, April 22, Metrolink will provide free rides on all Metrolink and Arrow trains, with no ticket required. Riders can board a Metrolink train at any station throughout the six-county area for transportation wherever Metrolink trains travel. “Using public transit is more than getting from point A...
Man wanted for attempted murder after attack on South LA bus driver: authorities
LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department circulated security images Wednesday of a man wanted in an attack that injured a bus driver in the South Los Angeles area over the weekend. The crime occurred at about 8:30 p.m. Saturday, according to authorities. Authorities said the victim was...
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