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LAPD officers who saved down pilot from train crash praised for bravery

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2 years ago

April 17, 2022

In January, pilot Mark Jenkins practically misplaced his life twice, first when his aircraft crashed onto prepare tracks in Pacoima, and once more when a Metrolink prepare slammed into the plane.

Nonetheless, with solely seconds to spare, Jenkins was pulled from the wreckage by Los Angeles Police Division officers.

On Saturday, Jenkins and the Condor Squadron honored these officers for his or her bravery.

“I’m so glad I’ve 4 associates with the LAPD who rescued me and saved my life,” Jenkins mentioned.

The officers recalled that day and mentioned they’re glad they saved a life.

“At first, I couldn’t actually consider it, seeing the arms of the prepare observe coming down … I simply thought it’s going to worsen. It couldn’t get any worse, after which it simply did,” mentioned LAPD Officer Robert Sherock.

“Simply pondering again on that second, listening to the prepare and feeling the vibrations by means of the ground and simply listening to the crumpling metallic, I used to be like, ‘Wow, that was actually shut.’ I’m grateful we’re alive and Mark’s alive,” added Officer Christopher Aboyte.

“It’s like the celebs had been aligned that day. I wasn’t even imagined to be there. I used to be on trip that day and got here in to work some time beyond regulation. I used to be getting back from one other name, and I don’t often take that manner again to the station, however I used to be in a position to see the aircraft go down,” mentioned Sgt. Joseph Cavestany.

LAPD Chief Michel Moore was additionally available to reward the officers.

“I’m happy with the truth that a typical day went to high-crisis mode and so they responded not simply skilled however with valor and the need to save lots of a life,” Moore mentioned.

The Condor Squadron, with which Jenkins is related, took the LAPD officers for a experience as a gesture of thanks, although the LAPD officers insisted they had been simply doing their obligation.

“We had been simply doing our jobs. God put us in the proper place on the proper time and we had been in a position to do our job,” mentioned Officer Damien Castro.

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American and POW-MIA flags burned by vandals at Southern California memorial for veterans

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6 hours ago

July 7, 2024

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American and POW-MIA flags burned by vandals at Southern California memorial for veterans

Flags were burned by vandals at a memorial for veterans in Lakewood sometime in the last few days, according to the city’s Mayor.

In a post to Facebook on Saturday afternoon, Mayor Todd Rogers blasted the actions of unknown vandals who allegedly burned American and MIA-POW flags placed at Veterans Memorial Plaza in Lakewood’s Del Valle Park.

“On behalf of the entire Lakewood City Council, I am saddened and angered to report that our American flag and POW-MIA flag were burned by vandals at our beloved Veterans Memorial Plaza at Del Valle Park sometime over the past 48 hours,” Rogers said. “The memorial itself also sustained some minor damage in the form of burn marks to a flag pole and concrete walkway. The flags appear to have then been burned on top of a nearby yellow sawhorse barrier that asks people to treat the memorial with respect.”

Lakewood celebrates their annual Memorial Day event at Del Valle Park. Marine Lt. Kyle King leaves the podium after reading the poem “The Boys of Del Valle Park”. (Photo by Scott Varley/Digital First Media/Torrance Daily Breeze via Getty Images)

Rogers continued to say that the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will investigate the incident. He asked any residents or businesses within the vicinity of the park to check any security footage between July 4 and 6 for suspicious-looking individuals.

“I know I speak on behalf of my City Council colleagues and all Lakewood residents in decrying this shameful act of vandalism that shows great disrespect to the men and women who have served our nation, including those honored at the memorial who gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect the freedoms that these cowardly vandals abused,” Rogers said.

According to Rogers, repairs and replacement flags should be in place within the next few days.

Veterans Memorial Plaza, created in 1964 and renovated in 2015, displays a replica of a Korean War-era Douglas jet fighter mounted on top of an aircraft carrier. It hosts Lakewood’s Memorial Day festivities each year.

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Disturbance involving 200 juveniles forces Carson shopping mall to close

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13 hours ago

July 7, 2024

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Disturbance involving 200 juveniles forces Carson shopping mall to close

A major disturbance involving hundreds of juveniles forced a busy shopping mall in Carson to close Saturday night.

Authorities received reports of the large gathering at the SouthBay Pavilion Mall at around 5:20 p.m., according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

During the gathering, a trash can was lit on fire and illegal fireworks were set off inside a store at the mall, deputies said.

Dispersal orders were given to the teens but they reportedly refused to comply. More law enforcement backup was called to the scene as the teens were disrupting business and endangering shoppers, officials said.

A large disturbance involving around 200 juveniles forced a busy shopping mall in Carson to close on July 6, 2024. (KTLA)
A large disturbance involving around 200 juveniles forced a busy shopping mall in Carson to close on July 6, 2024. (KTLA)
Teen suspects were seen being handcuffed and detained after a large disturbance forced a Carson shopping mall to close on July 6, 2024. (KTLA)
Teen suspects were seen being handcuffed and detained after a large disturbance forced a Carson shopping mall to close on July 6, 2024. (KTLA)
A large disturbance involving around 200 juveniles forced a busy shopping mall in Carson to close on July 6, 2024. (KTLA)
A large disturbance involving around 200 juveniles forced a busy shopping mall in Carson to close on July 6, 2024. (KTLA)
A large disturbance involving around 200 juveniles forced a busy shopping mall in Carson to close on July 6, 2024. (KTLA)
A large disturbance involving around 200 juveniles forced a busy shopping mall in Carson to close on July 6, 2024. (KTLA)

“Some kids had started a fire in the trash cans, so they had detained over 100 kids,” said witness Jamila Buie.

Around 60 to 70 juveniles were reportedly detained. It’s unclear what prompted the gathering.

Photos from the scene showed a large law enforcement presence surrounding the mall as the teen suspects were handcuffed.

Authorities spent around five hours detaining the suspects involved.

“Deputies detained multiple juveniles who were issued citations in relation to the incident and will be required to appear in court at a future date,” LASD said.

No injuries or thefts of retail shops were reported during the incident.

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51 arrested in massive drug, theft bust in Southern California

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20 hours ago

July 6, 2024

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51 arrested in massive drug, theft bust in Southern California

Fifty-one suspects were arrested during a multi-million dollar drug and theft bust in Southern California.

The operation, which spanned three counties, was conducted by the San Bernardino Police Department’s Auto Theft Task Force along with other local agencies.

Authorities searched multiple locations where 51 suspects were arrested in total.

During the crackdown, a stockpile of illegal and stolen goods was discovered including:

$8 million of stolen cargo
$325,000 in cash
425 pounds of methamphetamine
48 gallons of liquid meth
20 stolen vehicles
20 rifles and handguns
1 working meth lab

Fifty-one suspects were arrested and $8 million worth of stolen cargo was discovered during a San Bernardino County bust operation. (San Bernardino Police Department)
Fifty-one suspects were arrested and $8 million worth of stolen cargo was discovered during a San Bernardino County bust operation. (San Bernardino Police Department)
Fifty-one suspects were arrested and $8 million worth of stolen cargo was discovered during a San Bernardino County bust operation. (San Bernardino Police Department)

Photos of the bust show the stolen cargo was stored in a warehouse and, along with the seized firearms, officers found a significant amount of ammunition as well.

The 51 suspects who were arrested were booked on numerous charges including felonies related to train burglaries, VIN-switched stolen vehicles, operating a meth lab, possession of meth for sale, child endangerment, possession of assault weapons, conspiracy and more.

The suspects’ identities were not released.

Anyone with information on the case can contact San Bernardino police at 909-384-5742.