Afghan Lapis Jewelry in Southern California was burglarized with blowtorches; suspects entered through an adjacent building and stole valuables from torched safes. Similar tactics have been used in other local jewelry store heists.

Firefighters quelled a destructive blaze impacting a home and multiple businesses in South Los Angeles, with no injuries reported and investigations ongoing into the cause.

A San Fernando fire that damaged residences was extinguished by LAFD in 32 minutes. Seven people and a cat were displaced, and Red Cross is aiding them. One firefighter was injured. Traffic was affected.

A man carjacked an LASD truck in LA, deputies jumped out uninjured, and the truck was found abandoned. Mark Arriola was arrested but released on bond. The investigation continues.

Ventura County authorities arrested four linked to meth trafficking, seizing drugs, firearms, and making significant progress against local drug distribution.

Two arrested in Ventura for a drug operation targeting students, with various items and cash seized. Charges include selling to minors and conspiracy.

San Bernardino County law enforcement completed a two-week anti-retail theft operation, nabbing 42 suspects and recovering over $8,000 in merchandise.

A couple in Apple Valley was arrested for operating an illegal large-scale marijuana operation with over 10,000 plants, THC vapes, wax, and processed weed. They posted bail and await court proceedings.

Jeremy Jack Jeffery, a 30-year-old repeat offender, was arrested by Montclair deputies for stealing an electric scooter, citing Proposition 36 for stricter penalties.

A former LA County retirement system worker is charged with grand theft and conflict of interest for allegedly funneling $120k in contracts to his own company.

An 18-year-old man was fatally shot in Norwalk; the suspect remains at large. The victim, identified as Geovani Chavez, was selling clothes online before the incident. Authorities seek information.

Malibu High School investigates substantial damage from a supposed senior prank, involving 40 students, tens of thousands of dollars in damages, and disruption of the learning environment.

A male motorcyclist died in a collision with a parked car in Long Beach. Police are investigating, with speed as a possible factor, excluding alcohol and distracted driving.