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Woman struck and killed on 110 in Carson identified
A 42-year-old woman who ran across the northbound Harbor (110) Freeway in the Carson area and was struck and killed by a semitractor-trailer was identified Thursday by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner.
Los Angeles Street Vendor's Murder, Two Charged, One Accused of Accessory
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has taken a firm stand against street violence with the charges issued in the murder of street vendor Yener Ramirez. As announced by the DA's office, Rahman Abdallah and Raylon Akers are being charged with murder after the fatal shooting of Ramirez, who was doing his job selling corn on the streets of Long Beach on March 20. A third man, James Havlicheck, has been charged with accessory after the fact, as reported by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.
Signal Hill man pleads no contest to manslaughter after murder conviction overturned
A Signal Hill resident whose murder conviction was overturned in the April 2020 stabbing death of a man in Long Beach pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter. Edson Eduardo Rufino was sentenced Tuesday to 12 years in state prison in connection with his plea, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.
LA County Offers $20,000 Reward for Information on Fatal Beating and Hit-and-Run of Marine in Bellflower
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has authorized a $20,000 reward for critical information leading to the capture and conviction of the assailants responsible for the brutal beating and subsequent fatal hit-and-run of an active-duty Marine in Bellflower. The Marine, identified as 42-year-old Peter Chounthala, sustained severe injuries during the attack which took place on May 28, around 2 a.m., near Virginia Avenue and Artesia Boulevard. Detectives from the LA County Sheriff's Department are on the hunt for the attackers and the driver of a dark-colored, four-door sedan, likely a 2021 to 2023 Kia K5, that ran over Chounthala, as reported by CBS Los Angeles.
Police searching for man who recorded woman inside Target changing room in Buena Park
Police are searching for a man who was allegedly seen recording a woman using a Target changing room in Orange County last week. It happened last Friday, July 19 at around 10:40 a.m., when a woman who was trying on clothes in the dressing room noticed that someone had reached under the door and was recording her with a cell phone, according to a release from the Buena Park Police Department. "The victim confronted the suspect and chased him as he ran from the store," the statement said. He was able to flee from the scene in what they described as a small blue SUV, similar to a Honda CR-V. The suspect is described as a man in his late 40s who stands around 6-feet tall and weighs about 200 pounds. He has short, black/gray hair and was wearing a gray t-shirt, black athletic pants and glasses. Anyone who is able to identify the man or who knows more is asked to contact detectives at (714) 562-3968.
Single father struggling after work van stolen, torched in Southern California
A Southern California man’s livelihood was compromised when thieves stole his work van containing thousands of dollars worth of tools he’s bought over the years, stripped the vehicle for parts and set it on fire late last week. A single father of four, Travell Harding, a contract painter, said he was hoping he’d be […]
Man found shot to death in ‘oddly parked’ car in Compton
A man was found shot to death in an “oddly parked” car in Compton Wednesday morning. Deputies responded to the 700 block of West 131st Street just before 3:30 a.m. for reports of a person down inside a vehicle, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said in a news release. Upon arrival, deputies found a […]
Authorities ID man fatally stabbed in Lynwood
Authorities Wednesday identified a man who was fatally stabbed in Lynwood. The stabbing was reported shortly after 12:10 p.m. Tuesday in the 11400 block of Alameda Street, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Man Gets 46 to Life for Fatal Stabbing in Anaheim Area
A 53-year-old man was sentenced Thursday to 46 years to life in prison for fatally stabbing a resident of a sober living facility in an unincorporated area between Anaheim and Stanton over a dispute about a pickup truck. Effrum Maland Burnett was convicted June 4 of second-degree murder with a...
String of fires at Marina Del Rey apartment complex concern residents, authorities are investigating
Residents of a Marina Del Rey apartment complex are on edge as there have been a string of small fires at various common areas of the property over the last few months. Marina City Club management sent a letter to its residents in the high-rise complex summarizing "an influx of small fires." "Authorities suspect that these fires were intentionally set by one or more individuals who may reside at the Marina City Club," management wrote. "These incidents appear to involve the use of toilet paper and/or other combustible materials to ignite flames." Another letter was sent out on July 23 announcing the...
Child shot by LASD deputies released from hospital
A 14-year-old boy shot by Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies in July has been released from the hospital. The teenager is a key witness in the disappearance of Francisco Nunez, a Lancaster man found dead in an alleyway after being taken into custody by deputies alive. The teenager was...
Los Angeles County Sheriff Seeks Public’s Help Locating Missing Person Hugo Magana-Anguinao, Last Seen in Bellflower
July 27, 2024 – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department officials report that the Missing Persons Unit is seeking assistance in locating Missing Person Hugo Magana-Anguinao. Mr. Magana-Anguinao was last seen on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., on the 10000 block of Walnut Street, in the city of Bellflower.
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