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Human Head Found in Bag at Bronson Canyon Park

January 18, 2012

Los Angeles police were called to Bronson Canyon Park Tuesday afternoon after dog walkers found a human head inside a bag, authorities reported. Two dog walkers discovered the severed head of an alleged homicide victim at about 2:30 p.m. near the 3200 block of Canyon Drive,  according to an advisory from the Los Angeles Police Department . The hikers had about nine dogs on the trail when two of the dogs started playing with an object in a bag. When the hikers realized it was a human head, they immediately notified park rangers. Investigators were at the scene Tuesday evening seeking clues and possibly more body parts, but suspended their search when it grew dark. The crime scene will be guarded by LAPD officers. The head appeared to belong to a male and was likely not in the area for long. The Los Angeles County coroner’s office will analyze the remains. Bronson Canyon Park is a popular recreational area inside Griffith Park. Trails in the park lead to a view of the Hollywood sign and also an area known as the “Batcave,” which was used in the 1960s television show  Batman . For updates on this story, check out our sister site, Hollywood Patch . Be sure to follow  Beverly Hills  Patch on  Twitter  and “Like” us on  Facebook . See more here: Human Head Found in Bag at Bronson Canyon Park

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Husband Accused Of Poisoning Wife’s Rice Krispies

January 15, 2012

AZUSA, Calif. — A Southern California man has been arrested on suspicion of putting poison in his wife’s cereal. Los Angeles County jail records show 43-year-old Fernando Porras of Azusa was being held on $1 million bail Saturday on suspicion of the attempted murder of his 51-year-old wife, Fernanda. Azusa police Cpl. Randy Schmidt says the woman noticed a horrible taste and smell Thursday in her Rice Krispies. Police allege Porras put a poisonous chemical in the cereal, but they didn’t say what it was. Police Sgt. Dewayne Eldridge says the woman wasn’t believed to be seriously harmed by the substance. Porras is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday. Go here to see the original: Husband Accused Of Poisoning Wife’s Rice Krispies

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Crews Fight Huge Fire at Mortuary in Gardena

January 13, 2012

A dry Christmas tree may have been the cause of a huge fire inside of a mortuary Thursday night in Gardena, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department. View original post here: Crews Fight Huge Fire at Mortuary in Gardena

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Joint Arson Task Force Needs the Public’s Help to Identify a Person of Interest NR12002SF

January 2, 2012
Joint Arson Task Force Needs the Public’s Help to Identify a Person of Interest NR12002SF

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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Thanks, Wind! Over 6K SoCal Edison Customers In the Dark Right Now

December 16, 2011
Thanks, Wind! Over 6K SoCal Edison Customers In the Dark Right Now

Southern California Edison (SCE) is reporting this morning that they have about 6,600 customers without power in Los Angeles County, according to Altadena Patch , where nearly 900 customers are in the dark today. more › Originally posted here: Thanks, Wind! Over 6K SoCal Edison Customers In the Dark Right Now

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OC’s Placentia Elects 22-Year-Old Mayor A Week Before He Wraps College Finals

December 14, 2011
OC’s Placentia Elects 22-Year-Old Mayor A Week Before He Wraps College Finals

The City of Placentia in Orange County elected a 22-year-old Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) student as its mayor last week. Jeremy Yamaguchi wins the title as the city’s youngest mayor in history, the youngest OC mayor in over 20 years and possibly the youngest mayor in California history. more › Read the original here: OC’s Placentia Elects 22-Year-Old Mayor A Week Before He Wraps College Finals

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$10K Reward Offered to Help Solve Mysterious Shooting Death of Local Lawyer

December 14, 2011
$10K Reward Offered to Help Solve Mysterious Shooting Death of Local Lawyer

Who shot Jeffrey Tidus remains a mystery to Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department detectives, who have been working on the puzzling case since the lawyer was gunned down in his own driveway on December 7, 2009. Now the L.A. County Board of Supervisors have approved a $10,000 reward for information leading to a conviction in this unsolved homicide case. more › Read more: $10K Reward Offered to Help Solve Mysterious Shooting Death of Local Lawyer

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Sheriff’s Cars Get a Technology Makeover

November 27, 2011
Sheriff’s Cars Get a Technology Makeover

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is upgrading its vehicles with battlefield-tested technology. Photo Credit: Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Continue reading here: Sheriff’s Cars Get a Technology Makeover

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Suspected Car Thief Calls 911 During Police Chase

November 22, 2011

LOS ANGELES — A wounded car-theft suspect fleeing police at speeds up to 100 mph surrendered Monday after calling authorities – to help him. The chase through Los Angeles and its northern suburbs ended when the Tucson, Ariz., man, wounded by police gunfire, used a cell phone to dial 911 then pulled over and was taken into custody, said Officer Rick Quintero, a California Highway Patrol spokesman. The man and a second suspect, a woman, also of Tucson, were initially stopped by two park rangers at Hungry Valley state park, north of Los Angeles, on suspicion of driving a stolen vehicle. Authorities handcuffed the woman and put her in a ranger’s SUV, but the man was able to break away, jumped in the state vehicle and the couple sped away with a park ranger clinging to the side of the vehicle, Los Angeles County sheriff’s Deputy Mark Pope said. After a short distance, the park ranger fell off the SUV and onto the ground, Pope said. The man made a U-turn and drove toward the park ranger who opened fire at the driver, Pope said. The man still managed to drive away and the pursuit began. Video broadcast by TV stations showed the white SUV barreling through streets and sideswiping other vehicles before coming to a halt on a freeway in Los Angeles. CHP officers approached the SUV, pulled out the handcuffed woman, 21, and driver, 25, and took them into custody. The woman was taken to a hospital where she was treated for minor injuries, then to a sheriff’s station for booking. The man was taken to a hospital for treatment for a gunshot wound to his upper torso. His condition was not known, the sheriff’s department said. The names of the man and woman were not immediately released. See original here: Suspected Car Thief Calls 911 During Police Chase

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Equality California Endorses Betsy Butler

November 10, 2011

Nonprofit civil rights organization Equality California is endorsing Assemblywoman Betsy Butler  in her run for the state’s  new 50th Assembly District , Butler’s campaign announced Wednesday morning. Butler, D-Marina del Rey, is now entering her sixth year on the board of Equality California. She has been a key advocate for equality and civil rights for more than 20 years and has raised tens of thousands of dollars for multiple causes, events and LGBT candidates, reports the nonprofit in a statement. “Equality California is proud to give our endorsement to Assemblymember Butler,” Suzy Jones, chair of the Equality California Candidate Political Action Committee, said in a statement. “Her 100 percent pro-LGBT voting record clearly demonstrates that she has been, and continues to be, a key ally and partner in our efforts to secure full and lasting equality for LGBT people in California.” Butler has also been endorsed by Assembly Speaker John Pérez, California Democratic Party Vice Chairman Alex Rooker and Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca. Organizations backing Butler include the Legislative LGBT Caucus and the Legislative Women’s Caucus. “I am proud to have the support of Equality California,” said Butler. “For over 20 years, I have had the privilege of working with leaders of the LGBT community throughout the country and in California on issues of fairness and equality. I look forward to continuing to work in the Legislature to ensure equal rights in California.” Butler’s primary opponents appear to be liberal activist Torie Osborn and Santa Monica Mayor Richard Bloom . Be sure to follow Beverly Hills Patch on  Twitter  and “Like” us on  Facebook . Original post: Equality California Endorses Betsy Butler

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