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Robbery at Convenience Store Caught On Video

Los Angeles: Robbery detectives from the Los Angeles Police Department's Southeast Area are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a robbery suspect.

On November 11, 2016, around 11:55 p.m., the suspect entered a local convenience store in the 500 block of West El Segundo Boulevard in the city of Los Angeles. The suspect grabbed a bottle of water and proceeded to the front counter. After waiting for multiple customers to leave the store, he simulated a handgun and ordered employees to take money out of the cash register and place it on the counter. He then jumped over the counter and removed around $300 dollars of US currency from the cash register. Suspect then fled the location on foot.

The suspect is described as a male White or Hispanic, around 45 to 65 years-old. He stands approximately 5 feet 9 inches and weighs around 250 pounds. He was wearing a light blue long sleeved dress shirt, blue jean shorts, white socks, black ankle high tennis shoes and a fedora hat. He also has tattoos on his left index finger and hand which extends up his wrist and another tattoo above his right knee.

WARNING: Video contains graphic language



Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Southeast Area Robbery Detective Lanza at (213) 972-7931. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may also visit www.lapdonline.org, and click on "Anonymous Web Tips" under the "Get Involved-Crime Stoppers" menu to submit an online tip. Lastly, tipsters may also download the "P3 Tips" mobile application and select the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.

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Missing 40-year-old Male

Los Angeles: The family of Travis Joel Peterson and the Los Angeles Police Department's Missing Person's Unit are asking for the public's help in locating him.

Peterson was last seen on December 30, 2016, in the 1500 block of Foothill Boulevard, in the City La Canada Flintridge. His family is concerned for his safety.

Peterson is described as a 40-year-old male White with blond hair and green eyes. He stands 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs around 180 pounds.

If you have seen, or have any information regarding the whereabouts of Travis Joel Peterson, please contact Missing Persons Unit, Detective L. Saiza, at (213) 996-1800. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may also visit www.lapdonline.org, and click on "Anonymous Web Tips" under the "Get Involved-Crime Stoppers" menu to submit an online tip. Lastly, tipsters may also download the "P3 Tips" mobile application and select the LA Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.

 

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Residential Burglary Suspects Caught on Surveillance Video

Los Angeles: The Los Angeles Police Department's Van Nuys Division Burglary detectives are seeking the public's assistance in identifying burglary suspects.

On Friday, December 30, 2024 around 8:35 p.m. Van Nuys officers responded to the 4200 block of Levitt Lane in the City of Los Angeles for a burglary radio call. When the officers arrived they found that the suspects had smashed a glass pane on a rear door and reached in to unlock the door. The suspects went through the house and stole handguns, currency, small electronics, and jewelry. The suspects used one of the victim's pillow cases to carry the stolen property. The suspects fled through the rear door and met up with a third suspect that was waiting in a dark colored Sports Utility Vehicle.

Surveillance video cameras captured both suspects walking up the driveway. Video footage also shows the suspects inside the residence.


The first suspect is described as a male Black or Hispanic, between 20 and 25-years-old. He is approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs approximately 165 pounds with a short beard and mustache. He was captured on video wearing a light colored hooded sweatshirt, light colored pants, dark tennis shoes with white stripes and dark colored gloves with reflective tape on them.

The second suspect is described as a male Black or Hispanic, between 20 and 25-years-old. He is approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighs approximately 165 pounds, has dark hair and a short mustache and beard. He was captured on video wearing a light colored hooded sweat shirt, light colored pants, dark colored shoes, and black gloves.

There is no description for the third suspect, the driver of the suspect vehicle.

The suspect vehicle is described as a newer dark colored possible BMW or Lexus 4 door style SUV with tinted windows.

Detectives believe that these suspects have been involved in several other residential burglaries in the area over the past several weeks.




Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Van Nuys Burglary Detective Diamond at (818) 374-0029 or Detective Krauss at (818) 374-00. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may also visit www.lapdonline.org, and click on "Anonymous Web Tips" under the "Get Involved-Crime Stoppers" menu to submit an online tip. Lastly, tipsters may also download the "P3 Tips" mobile application and select the LA Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.

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Residential Burglary Suspects Caught on Surveillance

Los Angeles: The Los Angeles Police Department's Van Nuys Division Burglary Detectives are seeking the public's assistance in identifying burglary suspects.

On January 2, 2025 at 5:50 p.m. Van Nuys officers responded to the 3700 block of Longview Valley Road in the City of Los Angeles for a burglary radio call. When officers arrived they found that the suspect entered the location by climbing onto the second floor deck and kicking in the glass door. The suspect reached in and unlocked the door. Once inside the suspect took a small safe, a handgun, miscellaneous papers, and jewelry. The suspect then dragged the safe and property down the stairs and out the front door where the getaway car was waiting for him.

Surveillance video cameras captured the suspect inside the residence and leaving the residence. Video footage also shows the suspect being picked up by a getaway car.

The suspect that entered the residence is described as a male Black or Hispanic, 20-25 years old. He stands approximately 5 foot 10 inches to 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighs approximately 160-170 pounds and has a short beard and mustache. He was wearing a light colored hooded sweat shirt, dark colored pants, dark tennis shoes and dark colored gloves with reflective tape on them. He was on a cell phone prior to fleeing the location with the property.



The suspect vehicle is described as a dark colored 4 door sedan. Suspect-2 who was driving the getaway car dropped suspect-1 off and drove the vehicle back and forth acting as a lookout during the burglary.

The same suspects are also believed to be involved in several other residential burglaries in the area over the past several weeks.



Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Van Nuys Burglary Detective Diamond at (818) 374-0029 or Detective Krauss at (818) 374-0031. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). 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 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters "LAPD." Tipsters may also go to www.lapdonline.org, and click on "Anonymous Web Tips."

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Los Angeles Police Department Recruit Officer Graduation Ceremony for Class 7-16

The Los Angeles Police Department graduated 28 police officers on Friday, December 23, 2016.  The ceremony took place at the Los Angeles Police Department-Elysian Park Academy.  The graduating officers completed 912 hours of training over the course of 24 weeks.  In addition, one (1) USC Police Officer and one (1) Parks and Recreation Officer, will be graduating.

“To do this job you must have the heart of a servant.  You must use your authority to improve the condition of others, especially those that are less fortunate than you,” said Deputy Chief William Scott.  Deputy Chief Scott inspected the class along with the representatives of the Mayor’s office, the Board of Police Commissioners, Police Department command staff, as well as their special guests and other dignitaries.  

For Deputy Chief Scott’s address to the graduating class, please click on the link below for audio.

7-16 Graduation class

 

Fatal Stabbing of a 22-year-old Man

Los Angeles: The Los Angeles Police Department Northeast Homicide Detectives are asking for the public's help in providing any information that would lead to the arrest of the suspects who killed a 22-year-old man.

On January 2, 2017, around 2:15 a.m., Northeast Area patrol officers responded to a radio call of an "Ambulance Cutting" at the 2600 block of Jeffries Avenue.

When officers arrived, they were met by Los Angeles City Fire Paramedics, who were treating the victim. Despite lifesaving efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was involved in a physical altercation when he was stabbed. The suspects are described as three male Hispanics, 18-20 years of age. They were last seen running north on Jeffries to east Avenue 28.

For more information about this arrest, please contact Los Angeles Police Department Northeast Homicide, Detective Lenchuk and Detective Martinez at 323-561-3421. 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 the LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may also visit ww.lapdonline.org, and click on "Anonymous Web Tips" under the "Get Involved-Crime Stoppers" menu to submit an online tip. Lastly, tipsters may also download the "P3 Tips" mobile application and select the LA Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.

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Off-Duty Officer Killed in Car Crash

2017 got off to a tragic start for the Los Angeles Police Department.  Early this morning we were notified about the death of one of our police officers assigned to the Devonshire Division.  Police Officer III Heather Monroe was off-duty when she was involved in a fatal traffic collision in Simi Valley.  We understand Monroe was a passenger in the vehicle when it crashed.  Losing an officer is devastating, but the pain is intensified for the men and women of the Department when it happens during what is supposed to be the happiest time of the year.  The Simi Valley Police Department is investigating the crash and any questions should be directed to that agency.

Josh Rubenstein
Public Information Director
Los Angeles Police Department