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Missing Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca Found in El Monte Restaurant
SAN MARINO, Calif., July 15 (KNN) — The search was on for former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca who went missing Sunday from his home in San Marino, and was later found safe in the city of El Monte. Baca, who sources say is suffering from Alzheimer’s, was...
Workplace shooting leaves one dead in city of Industry
Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that happened in the city of Industry early Monday morning. It happened at around 8:30 a.m., when deputies were dispatched to the 18600 block of Gale Avenue upon learning of the incident, according to the Los Angels County Sheriff's Department. Investigators say that they learned an ex-employee had fired shots at a business in the area, striking at least one person inside. Shortly after arrival they detained a person of interest who remains in custody. They say that after searching a car of interest at the scene they also discovered more firearms. No information has yet been provided on the victim or suspect in the incident. Anyone with more information is urged to contact LASD's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.This is a developing story. Check back for details.
Memorial held for man struck and killed while on bike by driver fleeing from police in Irwindale
Friends and loved ones held an emotional memorial for a father of two who was killed while on his bicycle training for an upcoming event by a driver being chased by police.Raul Castañeda was struck and killed by a driver in a Land Rover fleeing from police. Family and friends gathered Friday for a memorial, which was so large that officers in Irwindale had to shut down the street so the people could safely grieve.With deep pain and tears, loved ones signed a white-painted bicycle in honor of Castañeda, an avid cyclist from San Gabriel."To me it didn't have to...
Residents on Alert as Hidden Cameras Found in Southern California Neighborhoods
A concerning trend has emerged in Arcadia and other Southern California communities as a hidden camera was recently discovered concealed in the bushes of a residential front yard. The device, found on the 1600 block of Oakwood Avenue, sends a pressing reminder for residents to remain cautious about their home security.
Man who allegedly slapped autistic boy in Pacoima is now facing charges
Authorities filed charges against a man, who was accused of slapping an autistic boy after the 10-year-old touched the man’s Mercedes Benz vehicle in Pacoima, the boy’s family attorney confirmed Monday. The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office charged Scott Sakajian with willful cruelty to a child and battery...
3-year-old dies days after twin brother died from apparent overdose in Winnetka
A 3-year-old boy has died in Winnetka, just days after his twin brother died from an apparent overdose, the Los Angeles Police Department said Monday. The children's mother was arrested for murder after her sons were found unconscious at their home, the Los Angeles Police Department said Friday. The two...
Bus passengers injured following crash in Mexicali
A fatal passenger bus accident was reported Sunday afternoon on the San Felipe-Puertecitos Highway. Rescue work on the accident and transfers began at around 6:00pm until almost 1:00am. The post Bus passengers injured following crash in Mexicali appeared first on KYMA.
Police shoot, kill Southern California man who called 911 on himself
A 27-year-old Orange County man was shot dead by police last month in what appears to have been an intentional ploy to get officers to open fire on him, authorities announced Monday. The June 15 incident began just after 5 a.m. when Fullerton Police Department dispatchers received a 911 call from a person reporting […]
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in DTLA
LOS ANGELES - A search is underway Tuesday for a driver that hit and killed a pedestrian in downtown Los Angeles. It happened around 3:30 a.m. near Fourth and Wall streets. According to police, the victim was walking in the street near Wall when the car turned left on Fourth and hit him.
Saturday Night High-Speed Chase Ends in Cajon Pass Resulting in Major Traffic Delays
CAJON PASS, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A Saturday night high-speed pursuit that started in south LA ended in the Cajon Pass resulting in a SigAlert and significant traffic delays. According to a Fox11 broadcast, at about 10:30 pm, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) was involved in a high-speed chase with a shooting suspect that began in south Los Angeles.
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