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WATCH: Santa Ana woman charged with battery after confrontation with 12-year-old boy

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A Santa Ana household is outraged after their 12-year-old son bumped into hassle with the neighbor whereas driving his bike.

The lady, recognized as Susan Garcia, was caught on digicam lashing out on the boy for driving on the sidewalk.

Jeffrey Vandervort, 12, was driving his bike within the gated Santa Ana neighborhood Sunday night when he was approached by his neighbor.

Video from the preteen’s GoPro digicam exhibits Garcia yelling at Vandervort to get off the sidewalk earlier than she takes issues into her personal palms and grabs the handlebars of his bike.

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“She walked over to me and simply began yelling and pushed me into this little tree after which hit me within the again,” the 12-year-old informed KTLA.

As the 2 argue within the video, Jeffrey tells Garcia she’s not allowed to the touch him, to which she replies, “I’ll do what I would like.”

Jeffrey then requires his mother to return outdoors and Garcia continues to berate him.

“Come on out mother, let’s have slightly discuss with mother,” she is heard yelling within the video.

Whitney Gregory, Jeffrey’s mom, stated Garcia crossed a line the second her neighbor positioned her palms on her youngster.

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“Folks within the neighborhood ought to come on to the dad or mum, they need to by no means confront a toddler, harass a toddler,” Gregory stated. “It’s so outrageous.”

Gregory informed KTLA that she instructed her son to journey within the sidewalk after he was almost hit by a automobile final week. Within the video, Garcia claims that Jeffrey deliberately tried to run her over.

The complete altercation takes place over about two minutes however ends as soon as Jeffrey’s father comes outdoors as Garcia yells “disgrace on you” to the mother and father as she retreats.

After reviewing the video captured by Jeffrey’s digicam, Gregory stated she instantly referred to as the police to press prices.

Santa Ana police confirmed to KTLA that Garcia has been charged with battery.

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“I maintain my children accountable after they do mistaken,” Gregory stated. “I feel she must be held accountable for what she did.”

The household says it’s not their first run-in with the lady, however they hope it will likely be the final.

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  1. Juan

    April 7, 2022 at 9:35 pm

    Who wrote this? The 12 yo.?

    • Press Room

      April 8, 2022 at 4:41 am

      Thanks for your observation; the post have now been edited for better readability

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Alleged street takeover crash leaves woman dead in South Los Angeles 

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Alleged street takeover crash leaves woman dead in South Los Angeles 

A woman was killed after a collision involving vehicles leaving a reported street takeover in L.A.’s Willowbrook neighborhood. 

According to preliminary information, the crash occurred shortly before 1 a.m. Saturday at El Segundo Boulevard and South Central Avenue. 

At least one of the vehicles involved was associated with a street takeover convoy that was leaving the area, witnesses said. 

Video taken shortly after the crash obtained by KTLA shows a wrecked black Infiniti sedan that had come to rest on a sidewalk along South Central Boulevard; the other vehicle involved, a black Scion hatchback, sustained heavy damage and was found at the corner of El Segundo and South Central. 

The victim is an unidentified woman, stringer service RMGNews reported. It is not known if she was associated with the alleged street takeover. 

It also remains unclear if there were any injuries or if any arrests were made.

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KTLA has reached out to law enforcement for more information but have yet to hear back.

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UCLA student sexually assaulted in dorm room, suspect at large

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UCLA student sexually assaulted in dorm room, suspect at large

A suspect remains at large after a student was sexually assaulted while she was sleeping in her dorm room at the University of California, Los Angeles.

The incident happened early Friday at around 2:40 a.m. as the female student was sleeping in her room located in the Saxon Suites, according to the UCLA Police Department.

The suspect entered the student’s room and sexually assaulted her while she was in bed, officials said. He then ran out of the building and fled the area in an unknown direction.

The suspect is described as a white male in his 30s. He has a heavy set build, a curly beard and was last seen wearing all-black clothing and a beanie.

  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • The Saxon Residential Suite dorm rooms on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. (KTLA)
  • A UCLA Police Department patrol car seen on the University of California, Los Angeles campus. (KTLA)
  • UCLA Police Department patrol cars are seen on the University of California, Los Angeles campus. (KTLA)
  • Students participating in an activity near Royce Hall on the UCLA campus on March 11, 2020. (Robyn Beck / AFP / Getty Images)
  • Students walk through the UCLA campus in Westwood. (Credit: Los Angeles Times)
  • An undated file photo shows the UCLA campus. The UCLA Foundation has announced a $5-million gift for scholarships, COVID-19 emergency support, mental health services and other student needs. (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times)

It’s unclear how the man was able to enter the dorm room or the building. The victim was medically treated at the scene.

Students were alerted of the assault Friday morning and many said they now feel uneasy.

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“They sent the police report saying a girl was assaulted while sleeping which is very frightening, especially for me as a young woman,” said Chantal de la Cruz, a UCLA student. “I’ve been living here for a year and the [crime] reports we usually get are burglary reports and they’re outside of the campus, so this is a huge shock for everybody. A lot of students don’t feel safe.”

Tips from UCLA police to stay safe on campus include:

  • Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
  • Report any suspicious activity to the police
  • Do not leave doors to buildings propped open
  • Secure your residence by locking all windows and doors
  • Avoid poorly lit or deserted areas when walking at night
  • Utilize the UCLA Safe Ride Service and UCPD CSO evening escorts
  • Callin 911 for emergencies or UCLA PD’s 24-hour line at 310-825-1491

The incident remains under investigation.

Anyone with information on the case is urged to call UCLAPD at 310-825-1491. Anonymous tips can be provided by calling 310-794-5824.

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Hit-and-run suspect arrested after shooting at officers during Anaheim pursuit 

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Hit-and-run suspect arrested after shooting at officers during Anaheim pursuit 

A hit-and-run suspect was arrested after reportedly shooting at officers during a pursuit in Anaheim Friday.

The suspect was identified as Milton Urquiza Cruz, 31, of San Pedro, according to the Anaheim Police Department.

At around 3:45 p.m., an officer witnessed Cruz involved in a hit-and-run crash. As the officer tried to pull Cruz over, he refused to stop and sped away, leading police on a pursuit.

During the chase, Cruz struck a patrol vehicle and pointed a firearm at the officer who was following him, authorities said.

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Officers opened fire on Cruz in the parking lot of a McDonald’s restaurant located in the 1100 block of North State College Boulevard.

Cruz was not hit and continued driving away. A second officer-involved shooting occurred on State College Boulevard near the 91 freeway.

The suspect was still not deterred and continued driving away until a PIT maneuver in the 2800 block of East Virginia Street finally stopped his vehicle.

Cruz was taken into custody at the scene. Neither the suspect nor any officers were struck by gunfire and a firearm was later recovered from Cruz’s vehicle, police said.

Cruz was arrested on multiple charges including:

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  • Assault on a peace officer
  • Possession of a firearm by a felon or prohibited person
  • Possession of ammunition by a felon or prohibited person
  • Felony evading
  • Misdemeanor hit-and-run
  • Felony arrest warrant

The incident remains under investigation by homicide detectives. Following the investigation, the case “will be presented to the Orange County District Attorney’s Office to determine if the officers’ actions were lawful,” officials said.

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