South LA Street Takeovers: Cars Burned, Property Damaged
Street takeovers in South LA spike 49% with cars burned and dealership windows smashed. LAPD reports 176 incidents in 2024 vs 118 in 2023.
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Police Chase: High-Speed Pursuit in LA (Video)
LAPD engaged in a dramatic high-speed chase through downtown Los Angeles after suspects drove recklessly at 70 mph with headlights off. Four suspects fled on foot into a residential area, with one arrested and three remaining at large.
Park Visitor Discover Burning Body Hanging from Tree
A park visitor discovered a burning body hanging from a tree at Griffith Park in Los Angeles. Police are investigating the incident as a suspected suicide by self-immolation.
Three Men Arrested in Connection with String of LA Robberies
Three men were arrested in connection with a string of follow-home robberies across LA, targeting victims at high-end locations in Hollywood and Beverly Hills.
Follow Home Robbery in Action (video)
LAPD seeks public help identifying suspects in Valley Village follow-home robbery. Video shows how criminals target victims after going out.
Forest Whitaker & Johnny Depp in CITY OF LIES
City of Lies starring Johnny Depp and Forest Whitaker explores the unsolved murder of The Notorious B.I.G. and LAPD corruption in this crime thriller.
South Bureau Homicide Documentary to Premiere in St. Louis
South Bureau Homicide documentary premieres at 2015 Saint Louis International Film Festival. The film explores LAPD detectives and community relations in South LA.