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Opportunist ghouls looting stricken Palisades residents as they try to rebuild
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crime1d ago

Opportunist ghouls looting stricken Palisades residents as they try to rebuild

  • Latest: eight thefts targeting building sites have occurred in the Palisades this month, per an LAPD email.
  • Officials say darkness around job sites aids thieves, with limited evening lighting noted by police.
  • Residents are urged to harden targets with cameras and solar lights while crews secure sites.
  • Homeowners say police responsiveness falls short, prompting private security use.
  • The thefts are occurring as residents rebuild from last year’s fires, intensifying community concerns.
  • Residents report multiple incidents involve large quantities of building materials and copper wire.
  • Community leaders call for stronger enforcement and public awareness as cases rise.
  • Some residents describe the thefts as a government failure requiring action.
  • Local builder notes theft may be linked to subcontractor pay issues, complicating the picture.
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How private money helps bankroll the LAPD and gives boosters access to top officials
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politics17h ago

How private money helps bankroll the LAPD and gives boosters access to top officials

  • LAPD-affiliated nonprofit funding helped pay for upgrades like computer systems, body cameras and drones.
  • Founder's events gave donors access to senior LAPD officials at private gatherings.
  • Some foundations arranged perks for donors, including fast-tracked concealed-carry permits.
  • A planned Porsche charity ride with police escorts was canceled amid concerns about using taxpayer resources.
  • Officials say donations are subject to public approval, but oversight is limited.
  • The Times identified about 100 nonprofits linked to LAPD support, with some organizations suspended for noncompliance.
  • Critics warn private money can influence policing and raise accountability concerns.
  • LAPD officials describe booster involvement as common and beneficial for equipment and morale.
  • The Times traced Stearn’s fundraising claims and noted inconsistencies with official records.
  • Some charities faced compliance issues, including suspension for failure to file tax returns.
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Drunken chaos at SoCal party mansion as hundreds bussed in to wreak havoc at ‘rage parties’
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crime3h ago

Drunken chaos at SoCal party mansion as hundreds bussed in to wreak havoc at ‘rage parties’

  • Police shut down the Encino party last weekend amid complaints of fights and noise from neighbors.
  • Neighbors say the events draw hordes of partygoers and create a sense of danger in the neighborhood.
  • Promoters describe the events as a full 'Day + Night' experience, claiming pool party vibes and mansion energy.
  • The house is listed as a 4-bedroom, 6-bathroom mansion constructed in 1993, with recent listings and value cited by locals.
  • Neighbors want accountability from the owner if the neighborhood cannot be respected.
  • KTLA 5 reported neighbors’ concerns about ongoing disturbances tied to the mansion parties.
  • The promoters claimed the events would offer ‘pool party vibes’ for attendees.
  • The property was previously listed for rent at $19,500 a month before the listing was pulled.
  • Neighbors believe the owner should face consequences for repeated disturbances affecting families nearby.
  • The ongoing parties have drawn attention from local officials and media coverage.
  • The story notes that the party promoters advertised a luxurious, glamorous image despite local concerns.
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