Sunset Boulevard hit-and-run: Person-of-interest identified in 2020 crash that killed couple
A person of interest has been identified in a 2020 hit-and-run crash on Sunset Boulevard that claimed the lives of a husband and wife.
LAPD police dog sniffs out over 100 lbs. of meth, heroin
This crime-fighting K9 is getting some praise after she sniffed out over 100 pounds of methamphetamine and heroin in the area.
LAPD recruitment ad showcases officers' personal side
In an effort to bring in more officers to the staff, LAPD put together a hip commercial that is more relatable to young people.
Chris Rock declines to press charges against Will Smith for Oscars slap, LAPD says
The Los Angeles Police Department issued a statement saying that Chris Rock had declined to pursue any charges against Will Smith.
LAPD chief warns about wearing expensive jewelry amid spree of armed robberies
At the Los Angeles Police Commission meeting, Chief Michel Moore said there is an increase in armed robberies throughout the area, and warned about wearing expensive jewelry.
Man robbed of $13,000 Rolex at gunpoint in Culver City
Authorities are investigating an armed robbery at a shopping center in Culver City.
Woman killed in targeted shooting at Long Beach strip mall: police
A shooting death investigation is underway after a 35-year-old woman was fatally shot in what police are calling a targeted attack at a Long Beach strip mall.
LAPD addresses citywide spike in robberies
The Los Angeles Police Department on Tuesday addressed a citywide spike in robberies, assuring the public it is closely tracking the increase in these crimes and assigning more detectives to a task force investigating such robberies.
What can be done to stop street takeovers?
Wild video shows a guy pointing a gun at a group, while hanging out the car window, doing donuts in the intersection.
VIDEO: Street takeover in South Los Angeles is 3rd within a week
The LAPD says street racing last year went up by 27% and was responsible for at least three deaths.
LAPD offers $50K reward for info in 2020 murder of tow truck driver
The Los Angeles Police Department is offering a $50,000 reward for information in connection with the murder of a tow truck driver in downtown Los Angeles in 2020.
Video: LAPD investigating infant's skull fracture after officers 'takedown' father carrying baby
LAPD Chief Michel Moore said that the department is investigating the source of a 10-month-old's fractured skull after an officer apprehended the infant's father, who had crashed his vehicle and fled the scene with the child in his arms.
LAPD motorcycle officer hospitalized after Chinatown crash
A Los Angeles Police Department motorcycle officer was hospitalized Friday afternoon after a crash involving a civilian car in Chinatown.
$50,000 reward offered for info on 2021 murder of LA man
A $50,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an identification of the person or persons responsible for the 2021 murder of a young man Los Angeles, police announced Wednesday.
Nearly 18% reduction in homicides so far this year: LAPD
Thirteen fewer homicides were reported in Los Angeles during 2022 so far than during the same period in 2021, a drop of nearly 18%, Los Angeles Police Department Assistant Chief Dominic Choi said Tuesday.
3 LAPD employees fired over vaccine mandate, 7 others have termination pending
Three Los Angeles Police Department employees have been fired for violating the city's mandate to get vaccinated against COVID-19 or receive a religious or medical exemption.
Community Champion: Project Blue, partners with after-school programs to create safe neighborhoods for kids
The Watts Rams, formerly the Watts Bears, is a youth football group founded by the LAPD. It's the most famous of the six youth sports programs under Project Blue.