Today’s news
LAPD Searching for Distraction Theft Suspects Targeting Elderly
Suspects have been spotted throughout Southern California attempting to steal debit cards and cash from vulnerable victims

Pursuit with grand theft auto suspect in Reseda ends in rollover crash
The chase lasted less than a minute before the suspect crashed and overturned the stolen vehicle.
Man sentenced for role in nationwide jewelry theft ring
Edixon Rincon Puentes received 3.5 years in prison for his involvement in robberies across multiple states.
Recent news
Mar. 5, 2026
CHP Officers Pursue Stolen Pickup Truck in San Gabriel Valley
Suspect reaches speeds up to 115 mph on the 605 Freeway before exiting in Whittier
Mar. 4, 2026
Runaway Boat Flies Across Busy California Freeway
Dramatic dashcam footage shows boat detaching from trailer and narrowly missing cars on 91 Freeway in Bellflower
Mar. 3, 2026
2 Arrested, 2 At Large After Early Morning Catalytic Converter Thefts in Los Feliz
Los Angeles police say they saw suspects removing a catalytic converter from a parked vehicle in the early hours of Friday morning.
Feb. 28, 2026
LAPD Pursues Stolen Vehicle in San Fernando Valley
Suspect drove at high speeds, veered into oncoming traffic before surrendering
Feb. 27, 2026
Catalytic Converter Theft Suspects Crash During Police Pursuit in Los Feliz
Two juvenile suspects fled from officers but lost control of their vehicle during the brief chase.
Feb. 27, 2026
Anaheim Pokémon Card Shop Targeted in Burglary
Thieves broke through a neighboring business to steal hundreds of valuable cards worth $180,000.
Feb. 27, 2026
SoCal Couple Robbed Dozen Businesses, Eloped During Crime Spree
The newlyweds were part of a robbery crew that hit 7-Eleven stores, donut shops, and a smoke shop across LA and Orange counties.
Feb. 26, 2026
Irvine Police Arrest Suspect in 'Distraction Theft' at Grocery Store
Authorities say the suspect was part of a criminal crew targeting elderly shoppers.
Feb. 26, 2026
Fire Linked to Resident's Battery Disassembly Operation in LA Apartment
Firefighters responded to a blaze on the third floor of a Westlake apartment building.
Feb. 26, 2026
Bills Player Accuses JetBlue of Stealing Fiancée's Jewelry
Dion Dawkins claims luxury items, including Rolex watches, disappeared from checked luggage on flight from LA to Florida.
Feb. 25, 2026
Over $100,000 in Designer Bags Stolen from Larchmont Home
LAPD investigating burglary in upscale Los Angeles neighborhood
Feb. 25, 2026
5 Arrested, $5 Million in Stolen Cargo Recovered Across SoCal
Cargo theft investigation leads to major seizure of stolen property and arrests in Corona, Compton, and Wilmington
Feb. 25, 2026
Brazen Big Rig Burglary Caught on Video in Chino
Two suspects arrested after allegedly cutting lock and stealing $7,000 in computer equipment
Feb. 25, 2026
Bills Star Accuses JetBlue of Stealing Fiancee's Jewelry, Rolex Watches
Dion Dawkins claims JetBlue employees stole valuables from his fiancée's bag during a recent flight.
Feb. 25, 2026
Buffalo Bills Star Accuses JetBlue Employees of Stealing Fiancée's Rolex Watches
Dion Dawkins claims valuable items were taken from his family's luggage during a recent flight, prompting an internal review by the airline.
Feb. 22, 2026
Burglars target Los Angeles' oldest toy store, Kip's Toyland
Surveillance footage shows suspect stealing thousands in Lego merchandise from Fairfax-area shop
Feb. 22, 2026
$5 Million in Stolen Cargo Recovered in LA Bust
Multiple arrests made in collaborative law enforcement operation targeting cargo theft ring
Feb. 21, 2026
Pokémon Bandits Tunnel Into LA Shop, Steal $200K in Cards
Thieves broke through a wall to access the collectible card shop in Anaheim, California.
Feb. 21, 2026
Sixth Street Bridge Plagued by Vandalism, Theft After Stunning Reopening
The $588 million viaduct has faced a string of illegal activities since its debut in 2022.
Feb. 21, 2026
LAPD Busts $5M Cargo Theft Ring, Seizes Supercars and Guns
Five suspects arrested in Corona for operating a multi-million dollar cargo theft operation