February 1, 2012
South Los Angeles: Detectives released a video that captured the robbery of a neighborhood restaurant. On January 30, 2012 at 10:08 am, a man entered a restaurant located in the 6200 block of Broadway and walked directly behind the cashier counter. He pulled out a handgun and brandished it in front of the cashier and demanded money. The cashier, in fear for his safety, opened the cash register and stepped away. The suspect walked up to the register, removed the money and walked out of the restaurant. The suspect is described as a 25 to 27-year-old African-American, who stands around 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs about 170 pounds. He was wearing a black beanie, black pants and a black hooded sweatshirt. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call Newton Area Robbery Detective O’Brien or Detective Medina at 323-846-6572. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may contact Crime Stoppers bytexting the number 274637 (CRIMES on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.
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February 1, 2012
http://www.youtube.com/v/2UK2ETPIHvk?version=3&f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata More here: Suspect #3
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January 25, 2012
Los Angeles: LAPD Detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify three home invasion robbery suspects who tied up one victim during a robbery. On January 9, 2012, at about 2:35 pm, officers were called to a residence in the 12000 block of Dunblane Avenue to investigate a home invasion robbery that had just occurred. Officers discovered the suspects had forced their way into two different homes in the area, ransacking them and taking items of jewelry. One resident who confronted the suspects was tied up by them but not injured. They are described as two 20- to 25-year-old male Blacks, one 6 foot 3 inches tall weighing about 200 to 225 pounds and the other 5 feet 9 inches tall weighing about 170 to 180 pounds. When they ran from the residence, both ran to a waiting newer-model, white Chevrolet Traverse Sports Utility Vehicle with collision damage on the passenger’s front door, driven by a third suspect. Anyone with information about these crimes, suspects, or their vehicle is asked to call Devonshire Area Robbery Detective Matthew Phelps at 818-832-0609.During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (CRIMES on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click …
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January 19, 2012
Los Angeles: Los Angeles Police Department Wilshire Division Robbery detectives are asking for the public’s help in providing any information that would lead to the arrest of a suspect who robbed a 26-year-old woman inside a bus. On January 9, 2012, around 6:15 am, the suspect and the victim where both on a bus on Pico Boulevard at La Cienega Boulevard when the suspect approached the victim. The suspect struck the victim twice on the face and took her cell phone. When the bus came to a stop, the suspect got off and left eastbound on Pico Boulevard. The Los Angeles Fire Department Paramedics treated the victim for minor injuries at scene. The suspect is described as a male Hispanic, 20-27 years-old, brown eyes, 5’6″ tall, weighs around 180-200 pounds and has a shaved head. He was seen wearing a black beanie, black jacket, checkered pants, blue and white shoes. Surveillance footage of the robbery can be viewed at www.lapdtv.org. If anyone has any additional information regarding this crime contact Wilshire Robbery Detectives at 213-922-8205.During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (CRIMES on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.
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January 19, 2012
Los Angeles: Los Angeles Police Department Wilshire Division Robbery detectives are asking for the public’s help in providing any information that would lead to the arrest of a suspect who robbed a 26-year-old woman inside a bus. On January 9, 2012, around 6:15 am, the suspect and the victim where both on a bus on Pico Boulevard at La Cienega Boulevard when the suspect approached the victim. The suspect struck the victim twice on the face and took her cell phone. When the bus came to a stop, the suspect got off and left eastbound on Pico Boulevard. The Los Angeles Fire Department Paramedics treated the victim for minor injuries at scene. The suspect is described as a male Hispanic, 20-27 years-old, brown eyes, 5’6″ tall, weighs around 180-200 pounds and has a shaved head. He was seen wearing a black beanie, black jacket, checkered pants, blue and white shoes. Surveillance footage of the robbery can be viewed at www.lapdtv.org. If anyone has any additional information regarding this crime contact Wilshire Robbery Detectives at 213-922-8205.During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (CRIMES on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.
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January 17, 2012
http://www.youtube.com/v/TllVIdf06sc?version=3&f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata Continue reading here: Chief’s Message – January 2012
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January 13, 2012
Brutal Beating and Robbery of Teenage Girl Captured on Surveillance Camera Los Angeles: An 18-year-old woman was beaten then robbed after walking into the lobby of her apartment building on Tuesday night. Detectives investigating the attack are asking for the public’s help to identify and locate the aggressive and dangerous suspect. On January 8, 2012, around 10:10 pm, a young woman returning to her apartment in the area of Westmoreland and 11th Street was attacked in the lobby of her apartment building. The suspect approached the victim from behind, put his arm around her neck and tried to grab her cell phone. When the victim resisted, the suspect slammed her to the ground and punched her several times in the face and the stomach. The suspect attempted to take her purse, but instead took her cell phone. As the suspect began walking toward the front door, the victim ran after him and tried to take her phone back. The suspect turned around, punched the victim several more times in her face then walked out the lobby door. The suspect is described as a male Hispanic, between 25-35-years-old, he stands about 5-5″ tall and weighs approximately 180-200 pounds. During the incident, he was seen wearing jean pants, a white t-shirt with black printing on the front and back of the shirt and black shoes. Detectives from Olympic Division are asking for the public’s help to identify and locate the suspect wanted for attacking the young victim. The LAPD would like to remind the …
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January 4, 2012
http://www.youtube.com/v/sdyEukM9rj8?version=3&f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata Read more from the original source: Chief’s Message – December 2011
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January 2, 2012
Los Angeles: The Joint Arson Task Force comprised of the Los Angeles Fire and Police Department, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s and Fire Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, is investigating a series of arson fire incidents since Friday, December 30, 2011. Detectives have a person of interest who was captured on surveillance video from multiple locations where arson fires have occurred. He is described as a male with light complexion wearing dark clothing and a pony tail hair style. Detectives are asking anyone with information on this individual to contact the task force at Robbery Homicide Division at 213-486-6890.Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crimestoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (CRIMES on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.
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November 23, 2011
http://www.youtube.com/v/j-wxKOOkjgM?version=3&f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata See more here: Hook & Book fundaraiser
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