Crime Report: Aug. 7, 2025
On 7/28/2025, at 2:30 PM, Officers responded to the 9400 block of Nance Ave., regarding an assault. A transient attempted to strike the victim with a crowbar. After the attempted assault, the transient fled the area but was located by officers a short distance away. Upon contact, the transient was uncooperative and initially refused to comply with officers. A DPD K-9 unit was on scene, and a K-9 warning was given. After the warning, the suspect became cooperative and was taken into custody without incident.
On 8/1/2025, at 12:40 AM, Officers responded to PIH regarding a gunshot victim who was dropped off. Preliminary investigations revealed that a shooting had occurred in the city. Detectives responded to take over the investigation. Through investigative means, suspects involved in the shooting were located and taken into custody in the City of Paramount. Despite the efforts of medical staff, the victim succumbed to injuries sustained during the shooting.
On 8/3/2025, at 1:30 AM, Officers responded to the 8100 block of 3rd St., to assist the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Helicopter. The LASD airship was struck by a powerful green laser while flying in the area. The suspect was located and taken into custody without incident.
On 8/4/2025, at 3:45 AM, Officers responded to the intersection of Firestone Blvd., and Lakewood Blvd regarding an unknown traffic collision involving a motorcycle with the rider down in the roadway. The rider was located with serious injuries. The rider was transported to St. Francis Medical Center by Downey Fire. The cause of the collision is still under investigation.