A catalytic-converter theft turned violent in Bixby Knolls when a man confronting the thieves was shot early Tuesday.

A late-night welfare check in Hollywood Hills ended with three men dead inside an apartment. Detectives are still working to determine what happened.

A heavy police presence sent workers and customers out of Pomona’s WinCo early Wednesday as officers entered with guns drawn and a robotic dog.

A Lancaster man was sentenced to 46 years in state prison after a jury convicted him of human trafficking and violent abuse, the Ventura County DA says.

A pursuit that started in Arcadia crossed Pasadena and the 134 Freeway before the driver ditched a truck near Eagle Rock and ran.

A man’s death near South Gate has prompted a sheriff’s investigation, but authorities have released few details.

A pursuit that entered Downtown Los Angeles ended near 8th and Hill early Wednesday; multiple suspects were detained and one remains outstanding.

A Los Angeles man faces two misdemeanor counts after police say he photographed women beneath their clothing at Burbank’s Empire Center.

A vehicle went over the side into the Pacoima Wash in Sylmar, triggering a major LAFD rescue and airlift Tuesday night.

A 38‑year‑old Bellflower man was arrested after a crash near Temecula Wine Country that left a pedestrian dead. Deputies say alcohol was involved.

A Piper PA-28 made an emergency landing on the sand at Huntington State Beach Monday after the pilot reported engine trouble; no injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating.

A car struck a pole in Winnetka early Tuesday; one person died and another was hospitalized, authorities say.

A Bermuda Dunes man was arrested July 24 in connection with the 2004 La Quinta shooting that killed 17-year-old Daniel Medina.