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Bridge Fire Incident Update

MORNING INCIDENT UPDATE
Wednesday, September 12, 2024

CURRENT SITUATION:

Today the Bridge Fire was still active, however, the behavior moderated significantly due to the slight increase in humidity and decrease in temperatures. Firefighters were able to make great progress on the ground aided by aircraft to attack the fire aggressively 24-hours per day.

Crews continued to be engaged with structure defense in the communities of Wrightwood, Piñon Hills, and Mount Baldy. The ability for crews to also extinguish new fire starts in the vicinity of the Bridge Fire is also a good sign and testament to their success and hard work.

The north side of the fire remained the most active. However, more favorable weather conditions aided firefighters in gaining the upper hand on holding the fire on the south side of Highway 2. Top priorities for firefighters remained in structure protection and defense of the communities nearby with dozer line construction and pre-treating containment lines with fire retardant.

On the east side, firefighters were able to directly engage as the fire behaved favorably, backing and flanking slowly down to Mount Baldy Road. Firefighters continue to hold the fire on the west side of this road and continue structure protection efforts in the communities of Mount Baldy Village, including the Icehouse Canyon area.

To the south, firefighters were successful in reinforcing containment lines and scouted to reopen old dozer lines for contingency planning. Front-country communities currently under an evacuation warning will see dozers and fire personnel working on the south flank of the fire to construct these contingency lines and protect the communities below it. A five-acre spot fire near Sunset Peak was also successfully suppressed with direct attack.

On the west side of the fire, containment lines are holding and firefighters are engaged in mop up. checking the area for hotspots and extinguishing them. There is minimal growth and moderated fire behavior in this area.

Evacuation Orders:

  • Highway 138 south to Lone Pine Canyon and Highway 2 east to Lone Pine Canyon Road.
  • Piñon Hills from Wrightwood north to Highway 18 and Beekley Road west to Los Angeles County.
  • Lone Pine Canyon from the community of Wrightwood to Highway 138/Lone Pine Canyon Road south to the Forest.
  • Entire Community of Wrightwood.
  • East Fork communities of Camp Williams Resort (Café, mobile home park, campground) and River Community (near the resort).
  • Mt. Baldy Road, all residents north of the San Antonio Dam up to the Mt. Baldy Resort.

Evacuation warnings:

  • The area of Phelan from Highway 138 east to Baldy Mesa Road and Phelan Road south to Sayle Road
  • San Antonio Heights and Upland from the foothills south to 23rd Street.
  • Piñon Hills from Wrightwood north to Highway 138 and Lebec Road west to Los Angeles County.

Evacuation Centers:

  • San Bernardino County Fairgrounds: 14800 Seventh Street, Victorville, CA 92392
  • Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center: 15556 Summit Ave, Fontana, CA 92336. Call (909) 854-5100
  • Pomona Fait-plex: 601 W McKinley Avenue, Pomona, CA, 91768 (Enter Gate 3, comer of McKinley and White)
  • Animals:
    o Devore Animal Shelter: 19777 Shelter Way, San Bemardino, CA 92407. Call (909) 386-9820, or after hours: (800) 472-5609
    o Palmdale Animal Care Center (Small Animals): 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale, CA 93550
    o Lancaster Animal Care Center (Small Animals): 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA 93536
    o Antelope Valley Fairgrounds (Large Animals): 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster, CA 93536. Call 562-706-8581 prior to arrival.

For more information on shelters, visit:
https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html

https://lacounty.gov/emergency/

If not already registered for Emergency alerts, please register for them here:

https://ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications

https://wp.sbcounty.gov/sheriff/alerts/

CLOSURES:

  • SR-138 from Lone Pine Canyon Road to Beekley Road
  • SR-2 closed from Big Pines to SR-138.
  • San Gabriel Canyon and East Fork of the San Gabriel River
  • Highway 39
  • East Fork Road
  • Glendora Ridge Road
  • Glendora Mountain Road
  • Mt. Baldy Road at Shinn Road intersection

WEATHER:

Red Flag Warning highlighting imminent critical fire weather patterns was extended until 10:00a.m. tomorrow, however, conditions should improve thereafter. There will be increased stability in weather with lower temperatures and higher humidity, allowing firefighters to. make good progress on their suppression efforts.

Exposed ridges at higher elevations ill have higher wind speeds than the lower valley and canyon areas, which is where active fire behavior and higher flame lengths will continue to be most visible.

For information on smoke impacts and an interactive map, visit fire.airnow.gov.

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TSB Significant Incidents 08/22 – 08/29, 2024

08/29

Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Monrovia Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated the was approached and attacked by another male adult without provocation. The suspect punched the victim and pulled him off the train. The suspect pushed the victim off the platform and the victim fell to the ground. The suspect fled the location. The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation.

08/27

Assault on a Metro Bus Operator – Suspect in Custody
TSB Deputies were flagged down at El Monte Bus Terminal by a Metro Supervisor (Victim). The victim stated an adult female (Suspect) just assaulted him. Deputies located and arrested the suspect without incident. Arrest Made While conducting platform checks at Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station, TSB Detectives recognized an adult male who was wanted from a robbery incident that occurred on 08/01/24. The suspect was arrested without incident. 08/26 Vehicle Versus Bus Collision TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Almont Street in the City of Beverly Hills regarding a vehicle vs bus collision. The bus was travelling eastbound on Wilshire Boulevard when it struck the open door of a parked vehicle. No injuries were reported, and the bus and vehicle sustained minor damage. Beverly Hills PD responded to the location and assumed responsibility for the investigation.

Assault – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Alondra Boulevard and Elmbrook Drive in the City of La Mirada regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated the bus was full when he boarded. He located a seat with a plastic bag on it, and asked the adult female sitting next to it if she would move the bag. She did not respond, so the victim moved the bag, which caused the female to become upset. Another adult male (Suspect) who was seated nearby approached the victim and began punching him. The suspect exited the bus and fled the location. The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation.

08/25

Theft – Suspect(s) Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Artesia Metro Passenger Station regarding a copper wire theft report call for service. Deputies contacted Metro personnel who stated they received an alert at approximately 0315 hours and observed approximately 20 feet of copper wire missing from the track area approximately 300 feet south of the platform. The damage and repair costs were estimated to be approximately $500. 08/24 Assault on Law Enforcement Personnel – Suspect in Custody TSB Deputies were flagged down at the intersection of 5th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard in the City of Santa Monica regarding a disturbance. Deputies contacted a Metro bus operator who stated an adult male (Suspect) was banging on the bus doors, demanding to be let in. The bus was out of service and the operator refused entry to the suspect. When deputies arrived, the suspect stated he wanted to go to jail and without provocation, assaulted a deputy. A use of force occurred. The suspect was taken into custody without further incident and was transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation prior to booking.

08/23

Robbery – Suspect Arrested

TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Small Drive and Wilshire Boulevard in the City of Beverly Hills regarding a robbery call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim) who stated an adult male (Suspect) approached her and threatened to kill her. Fearing for her life, the victim ran to the front of the bus. The suspect took the victim’s purse and exited the bus. Deputies located and arrested the suspect. The victim was not injured during the incident.

Carrying a Concealed Firearm – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to El Monte Bus Terminal regarding a person in possession of a firearm call for service. Deputies located and detained an adult male (Suspect) and recovered a firearm from his possession without incident. 08/22 Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Outstanding TSB Deputies responded to Compton Metro Passenger regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated while navigating through a crowded train, he accidentally bumped into another adult male (Suspect) who became irate and punched the victim several times. The victim stated he fell backward and lost consciousness. The suspect exited the train at Compton and fled the location on foot. The victim refused medical treatment.

The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details contained within each incident description are preliminary information only and are not meant to replace those of a full investigation. For inquiries please contact the TSB PIO, Deputy Kari Mercer.

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TSB Significant Incidents 08/15 – 08/22, 2024

08/22

Grand Theft – Suspect(s) Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Long Beach Metro Passenger Station regarding a copper theft call for service. Deputies contacted a Metro Supervisor who stated that unknown suspects entered the location, removed copper wire from the right-of-way, and fled the location. The estimated value of the copper wire is $4,000.

08/18

Sexual Assault, False Imprisonment – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to the Culver City Metro Passenger regarding a sexual assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim) who stated an adult male (Suspect) held her on the train and platform against her will and forcibly penetrated her. The suspect was located and arrested without incident. The victim refused medical treatment.

Robbery – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated he was approached by an adult male (Suspect) who hit the victim with a metal bicycle kickstand and forcefully took the victim’s backpack. The victim grabbed his backpack from the suspect, who exited the train at Artesia Metro Passenger Station and fled the location. The victim refused medical treatment.

Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Compton Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim) who stated she was riding the train toward Compton Metro Passenger Station when an adult female (Suspect) approached the victim and without provocation, struck the victim in the back of her head with a glass bottle. The suspect exited the train at Compton Metro Passenger Station and fled the location. The victim exited the train at Firestone Metro Passenger Station. She was medically treated and released at the location.

08/16

Assault – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to a residence regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim’s mother) who stated she was riding the bus with her juvenile daughter (Victim) when an adult female (Suspect) who was standing next to them stated, “You better tell that little bitch to her hands to herself” and then kicked the victim’s knee. The victim and her mother exited the bus at the intersection of Imperial Highway and Pioneer Boulevard in the City of Norwalk to prevent an additional assault. The victim and her mother refused medical treatment.

Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Criminal Threats – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to Wardlow Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim) who stated another adult female (Suspect) boarded the train at Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station and began to behave erratically. Between Del Amo Metro Passenger Station and Artesia Metro Passenger Station, the suspect produced a knife. The suspect approached the victim, pointed the knife toward the victim’s chest, and stated “I’m gonna kill you, bitch!” Metro patrons intervened and disarmed the suspect. The suspect was arrested without incident, and the knife was recovered and booked into evidence. The victim was not injured during the incident.

The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details contained within each incident description are preliminary information only and are not meant to replace those of a full investigation. For inquiries please contact the TSB PIO, Deputy Kari Mercer.

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Fentanyl Overdose Awareness

The U.S. overdose crisis has reached a devastating new height with more than 107,000 people dying over the last year from drug overdoses. 68% of overdose deaths involved synthetic opioids, primarily fentanyl. #OnePillCanKill Learn more at www.dea.gov/onepill

Know more about Fentanyl.

You can save lives and stop drug overdose by:

  • Knowing the signs of an overdose:
  • Falling asleep or losing consciousness
  • Doesn’t respond to stimuli like shouting, a pinch or sternum rub
  • Slow, weak or no breathing
  • Choking or gurgling sounds
  • Limp body
  • Cold and/or clammy skin
  • Discolored skin (especially in lips and nails)
  • Small, constricted “pinpoint pupils”

Carrying naloxone. Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. Naloxone is safe and easy to use and works almost immediately. It is now available over the counter, without a prescription at pharmacies, convenience stores, grocery stores and gas stations, as well as online.

Having regular conversations with teens, young people and loved ones about the risks associated with fentanyl and mixing drugs, and how to help respond to an overdose to reduce the stigma around seeking help, treatment and care.

Sharing treatment resources, like the 24/7 National Helpline— 800-662-HELP (4357).

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TSB Significant Incidents 08/08 – 08/15, 2024

08/15

Robbery – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Long Beach Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated that while he was on the stairs on the west side of the station, he was approached by an adult male (Suspect) who brandished a switchblade and demanded the victim’s electric scooter. Fearing for his life, the victim handed his scooter to the suspect, who fled the location. Approximately an hour and a half later, deputies located and arrested the suspect without incident. The scooter was recovered. During the investigation, deputies determined the suspect was responsible for a second, recent robbery on the transit system.

08/14

Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Felon in Possession of a Firearm – Suspects Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to Crenshaw Metro Passenger Station regarding a person with a weapon call for service. Deputies arrived on scene and detained two adult males (Both suspects/victims) who were involved in a fight. One suspect/victim assaulted the other with an unknown blunt object. The second suspect/victim produced a handgun from his waistband, but it was knocked out of his hand during the altercation. One suspect/victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation prior to booking. The other suspect/victim was not injured during the altercation. Both suspects/victims were arrested without incident.

Assault on a Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Atlantic Boulevard and Slauson Avenue in the City of Maywood regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted the bus operator (Victim) who stated an adult male (Suspect) was sleeping at the rear of the bus. The victim woke the suspect up, who became irate and spat at the victim, striking her. The suspect exited the bus and fled the location. The victim declined medical treatment.

08/13

Possession of a Replica Firearm, Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to Slauson Metro Passenger Station regarding a man with a gun call for service. Upon arrival, deputies located an adult male (Suspect) and detained him. The suspect produced a handgun from his pocket but refused to comply with commands from the deputies. A use of force occurred, and the suspect was arrested without further incident. The suspect was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation prior to booking. Upon inspection, the handgun was determined to be a replica.

Narcan Deployed
TSB Deputies were conducting a platform check at Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station when they were flagged down by a Metro Ambassador, who directed them to an unresponsive adult female on the train. The female was unconscious and breathing shallowly. The deputies administered Narcan, which revived her. She was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation.

08/10

Assault on a Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Temple City Boulevard and Valley Boulevard in the City of Rosemead regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted the bus operator (Victim) who stated while stopped at the intersection, an adult male (Suspect) boarded the bus with an open container of beer. The victim told the suspect he could not drink on the bus. The suspect reached over the protective barrier and threw the beer can at the victim, striking him. The suspect exited the bus and fled the location. The victim declined medical attention.

08/09

Robbery – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Artesia Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated an unknown adult male (Suspect) approached him on the platform, produced a silver-plated handgun, and demanded the victim’s electric scooter. The victim, fearing for his life, handed the scooter to the suspect. The suspect fled the location. The victim was not injured during the incident.

The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details contained within each incident description are preliminary information only and are not meant to replace those of a full investigation. For inquiries please contact the TSB PIO, Deputy Kari Mercer.

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TSB Significant Incidents 08/01 – 08/08, 2024

08/08

Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to Firestone Metro Passenger Station regarding a medical emergency. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated while in the elevator, his bicycle brushed against the leg of another adult male (Suspect). The suspect became irate and punched the victim. The victim and suspect exited the elevator, and the suspect continued to physically assault the victim by throwing the victim’s bicycle at him. The suspect was located and arrested without incident. The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation.

08/07

Attempted Murder – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to Allen Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim) on the platform who stated she was assaulted in an unprovoked attack by an adult male, whom she did not know. The victim was punched numerous times and fell to the ground, where the suspect continued to punch her. The suspect pushed the victim onto the tracks and dragged her across the cement freeway divider and into the #1 traffic lane on the 210 Freeway. The victim was able to escape from the suspect and returned to the platform. She was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation. The suspect was located and arrested at the intersection of Allen Avenue and Villa Street by LASD-TSB personnel without incident. A press release was authored and released to the media.

Battery on a Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and La Brea Avenue in the City of West Hollywood regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted the bus operator (Victim) who stated while stopped at the location, an adult male (Suspect) became upset with the bus operator because the bus operator did not stop at the Metro train station. The suspect punched the victim. The suspect exited the bus and fled the location. The victim refused medical treatment.

08/06

National Night Out
TSB hosted its annual National Night Out at Rosa Parks Metro Passenger Station. More than 200 Metro patrons and local residents attended the event, which included a performance from Tommy the Clown and his T-Squad, free ice cream and tacos, a static display of law enforcement tools and vehicles, games, music, free backpacks filled with school supplies, and haircuts for the local children. National Night Out is held on the 1st Tuesday of every August across the US with the intent of building strong community relationships between residents and law enforcement.

Battery on a Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies were conducting a bus check at the intersection of Vermont Avenue and the 150 Freeway in the City of Los Angeles when they were flagged down by a bus operator (Victim) who stated while traveling southbound on Vermont Avenue, an adult male (Suspect) alerted the victim he wanted to exit. The bus operator was unable to stop the bus where the suspect had requested to stop due to construction in the area, causing the suspect to become upset. The suspect began to argue with the bus operator. When the suspect walked to the front of the bus to exit, he spat at the victim. The suspect exited the bus and fled the location.

08/03

Battery on a Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Bandini Boulevard in the City of Vernon regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted the bus operator (Victim) who advised them that while travelling southbound on Atlantic Avenue and Whittier Boulevard in the City of East Los Angeles, an adult male aboard his bus approached the front of the bus and began tampering with the TAP machine. The bus operator advised him to stop. The suspect responded by reaching over the plastic protective barrier and punched him. Fearing for his safety, the bus operator stopped the bus and opened the bus doors. The suspect exited the bust and fled the location. The bus operator drove the bus to the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Bandini Boulevard in the City of Vernon pending the arrival of law enforcement. The victim refused medical treatment.

08/02

Robbery – Suspects Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim) who stated she was standing in the bus bay when she was approached by two adult males (Suspects). One of the suspects simulated having a weapon under his shirt and demanded the victim’s purse. The victim, in fear for her life, handed her purse to the other suspect. The suspects fled the location on foot. The victim was not injured during the incident.

The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details contained within each incident description are preliminary information only and are not meant to replace those of a full investigation. For inquiries please contact the TSB PIO, Deputy Kari Mercer.

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TSB Significant Incidents 07/25 – 08/01, 2024

07/31

Robbery — Suspects Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Slauson Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery report call for service. Deputies contacted a male adult (Victim) who stated that while he was standing on the platform, he was approached by five adult males. Suspect 1 forcefully pulled the victim’s cellphone out of his hand. When the victim reached out to attempt to retrieve his cellphone, the suspect punched him in the face. The suspects fled the location on foot. The victim was medically treated on scene and refused medical transport to a hospital.

07/29

Narcan Deployed
TSB Deputies responding to Norwalk Metro Passenger Station regarding a disturbance call for service on a bus observed an adult male who was unresponsive. Deputies administered two doses of Narcan, which successfully revived the patron. The patron was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation.

Bus Versus Vehicle Traffic Collision
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Los Robles Avenue and Orange Grove Boulevard in the City of Pasadena regarding a vehicle vs MTA bus collision. The bus operator was parked and was offloading patrons when a vehicle exiting a shopping center just east of the bus struck the rear bumper. No injuries were reported. Officers assigned to Pasadena Police Department responded and assumed responsibility for the investigation.

07/28

Battery on a Peace Officer – Suspect Arrested
A TSB Deputy responded to the intersection of Imperial Highway and Western Avenue in the City of Los Angeles regarding a disturbance call for service. The deputy contacted an adult male (Suspect) who refused to exit the bus, which was out of service. The deputy gave the suspect several commands, but the suspect refused to comply. The suspect assault the deputy and a use of force occurred. A second TSB deputy arrived on scene. The suspect was arrested and transported to a local hospital prior to booking. The deputy was transported to another local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation.

Robbery – Suspects Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded the 5000 block of Myrtle Avenue in the City of Long Beach regarding a robbery report call. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated while onboard a train arriving at Firestone Metro Passenger Station, three male adult and two female adults (Suspects) approached the victim and his family on the train and blocked him from exiting at Firestone Station. The victim stated one of the suspects held on to the victim’s bike and said, “Who wants to die today for a bike? I will smoke you.” The victim stated a second suspect produced a gun and demanded all the victims’ bikes. The victims, in fear for their lives, gave their four bikes to the suspects. The suspects fled the location. The victims were not injured during the incident.

07/26

Person Deceased
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Central Avenue and Florence Avenue in the City of Los Angeles regarding a deceased patron on a Metro bus. The local fire department pronounced the adult female deceased at 1954 hours. There were no signs of foul play. The decedent was transported via ambulance from the location.

Resisting a Peace Officer – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies assigned to the Commuter Enhancement Team (CET) were conducting a platform check at Sierra Madre Villa Metro Passenger Station when they observed two Pasadena Police Department Officers attempting to detain a male adult (Suspect – shoplifting) on the train. As the two officers attempted to detain the suspect, he refused to cooperate with them. While TSB Deputies assisted the Pasadena PD Officers with the suspect, the suspect began to pull away from the officers. A use of force occurred. The suspect was handcuffed and arrested by Pasadena PD without further incident. No injuries occurred during the incident.

Serial Robberies – Subjects Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Slauson Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. The deputies contacted an adult male (Victim 1) who stated he was standing near the turnstiles while holding his cell phone in his hand. A juvenile male (Subject) walked up to him and grabbed his phone out of his hand. The suspect fled the location on foot along with 4-5 male juveniles. Following a crime broadcast, assisting units searched the area, but were unable to locate the subjects.

TSB Deputies were notified that an adult male (Victim 2) was in the station’s lobby. Victim 2 stated he was standing on the platform when he was approached by 4-5 male juveniles. The subjects surrounded him. One of the subjects pulled out a screwdriver and pressed the pointed end into Victim 2’s abdomen. The subject demanded the victim’s property. A bystander witnessing the robbery yelled at the subjects who fled the location.

TSB Deputies responded to a third robbery report call related to the same subjects. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim 3) who stated the subjects took his electric scooter by force. The subjects fled the location on foot and out of view.

TSB Deputies responded to the residence of a fourth robbery victim. The adult male (Victim 4) stated he was waiting for the train on the platform when the subjects approached him with a screwdriver and demanded his phone. One of the subjects punched the victim and grabbed the victim’s phone. The subjects fled the location. The victim refused medical treatment.

07/25

Arrest Made – Aggravated Assault
TSB Deputies located and arrested a suspect wanted for aggravated assault. The incident occurred on Friday, July 19th on the Blue/A-Line tracks between Irwindale and Azusa. A Metro rail operator was operating a train when he saw an adult male (Suspect) and another individual on the right-of-way. When the operator activated the train horn to alert the suspect to move, the suspect pulled a handgun from his waistband and pointed it at the operator. The suspect fled the location prior to deputies’ arrival, but was identified, located, and arrested without incident.

The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details contained within each incident description are preliminary information only and are not meant to replace those of a full investigation. For inquiries please contact the TSB PIO, Deputy Kari Mercer.

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TSB Significant Incidents 07/18 – 07/25, 2024

07/24

Accidental Death
TSB Deputies responded to Memorial Park Metro Passenger Station regarding a medical emergency. Deputies contacted the responding medics, who stated they were treating an adult male for injuries related to a fall. Officers assigned to Pasadena PD conducted the preliminary investigation and stated the male fell from the apartment complex located above the station. After several minutes of attempted lifesaving measures, the male was pronounced deceased. No foul play was suspected, and Pasadena PD will conduct the investigation.

Special Assignment Unit Conducted Training
TSB Deputies assigned to the North Special Assignment Unit (SAU) conducted team movement training at Sybil Brand Institute in East LA. The purpose of the training was to introduce movement as a 3-person team in large, open areas during dynamic situations.

07/23

Indecent Exposure – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station regarding an indecent exposure call for service. Deputies contacted two Metro Ambassadors (Victims) who stated an adult male (Suspect) was observed masturbating near the bus bay in public view. Deputies located the suspect and arrested him without incident.

07/21

Assault on a Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and El Segundo Boulevard in the City of Hawthorne regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted the bus operator (Victim) who stated an adult male (Suspect) became irate when the bus operator was unable to answer the suspect’s questions. The suspect punched the victim and threw an empty plastic bottle toward the victim, which struck the victim. The suspect exited the bus and fled the location. The victim refused medical attention.

Assault – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies responded to Indiana Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim) who stated she was seated on the train when an adult male (Suspect) whom she did not know approached her and started rubbing her thigh. The suspect was located on the train. During his arrest, a use of force occurred. The suspect did not complain of pain, nor display any visible injuries. He was transported to a local hospital for medical evaluation prior to booking.

Robbery – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Compton Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Deputies contacted an adult female (Victim) who stated she was seated when the train came to a stop at Compton Metro Passenger Station. An adult male (Suspect) seated behind her stood up, forcefully ripped a gold necklace from her neck, exited the train, and fled the location. The victim declined medical treatment.

07/20

Metro Patrons Assisted
TSB Deputies were conducting end-of-service offloading operations at Citrus/APU Metro Passenger Station in the early morning hours when they were flagged down on the platform by two juveniles who appeared to be lost. The juveniles were transported home.

Train Versus Vehicle Collision
TSB Deputies responded to the grade crossing at the intersection of La Verne Avenue and 3rd Street in the City of Los Angeles regarding a Metro train versus vehicle call for service. Deputies contacted the train operator (Witness) who stated the train was in operation westbound when it collided with a vehicle attempting to make a southbound turn onto La Verne Avenue. There were no injuries reported. An officer assigned to the California Highway Patrol responded to the location and authored a traffic collision report.

07/18

Vandalism – Suspect(s) Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the Metro Customer Service Center near the Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station regarding a vandalism call for service. Deputies contacted a Metro employee who stated the front window of the service center was shattered by an unknown suspect. The cost of replacing the window was estimated to be $1,000.

Hit and Run – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Long Beach Boulevard and Imperial Highway regarding a vehicle versus Metro bus collision. The driver (Suspect) that collided with the Metro bus fled the location. No injuries were reported. Deputies assigned to LASD Century Sheriff’s Station responded and authored a traffic report.

07/17

Plain Clothes Operation Held at Lake Metro Passenger Station
Late Entry: Deputies assigned to the North Special Assignment Unit (SAU) and detectives assigned to the LASD Narcotics Bureau conducted a plain clothes operation at Lake Metro Passenger Station, which yielded one felony arrest and nine misdemeanor arrests including possession of a controlled substance, possession of paraphernalia, loitering with intent to commit a crime, drinking in public, and several warrants. The purpose of the plain clothes operation was to saturate a high-crime area and reduce narcotic sales and use as well as other crimes.

The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details contained within each incident description are preliminary information only and are not meant to replace those of a full investigation. For inquiries, please contact the TSB PIO, Deputy Kari Mercer.

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TSB Significant Incidents 07/11 – 07/18, 2024

07/17

Assault on a Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Brand Boulevard and Colorado Street in the City of Glendale regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted the bus operator (Victim) who stated he stopped the bus at the intersection and an adult male (Suspect) was exiting the bus with a female adult passenger. The operator told the suspect and the female passenger to be careful exiting the bus. The suspect became upset and stated, “You are disrespecting me.” The suspect punched the operator twice. The suspect fled the location. The victim was medically treated in the field and refused transportation to a local hospital. In-Service Training Conducted Deputies assigned to the South Special Assignment Unit (SAU) conducted training on felony traffic stops on buses. The purpose of the training was to refresh deputy skills on approaching Metro buses with potentially violent suspects on board. These skills help TSB deputies take control of dynamic situations to protect and preserve the lives of Metro operators and passengers while capturing the suspect.

07/16

Assault with a Deadly Weapon/Feet – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Norwalk Metro Bus Terminal regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated an adult male (Suspect) yelled that he was talking too loud on the bus. The suspect kicked the victim in his face. The suspect exited the bus and fled the location. The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition pending further medical evaluation. 07/15 Robbery – Suspects Outstanding TSB Deputies responded to Fairview Heights Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery report call for service. Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim) who stated he was approached by three male adults (Suspects). One of the suspects immediately engaged the victim in a physical altercation and took the victim’s cell phone. The suspects fled the location. The victim fell onto the tracks during the altercation and injured his right hand. The victim declined medical treatment. 07/14 Deceased Person TSB Deputies responded to the Irwindale Metro Passenger Station parking structure regarding a deceased person. The deputies found an unresponsive adult female on the street level behind the parking structure. The female was pronounced deceased. LASD Homicide Detectives were notified and responded to the location. The coroner arrived and took possession of the decedent. No foul play was suspected. 07/12 Grand Theft/Copper Wire – Suspect Outstanding Approximately twenty feet of copper wire was stolen from the tracks at Douglas Metro Passenger Station. A male adult was seen on Metro CCTV video footage at 0158 hours walking away from the location with the copper in his hands. The suspect fled the location in an unknown direction.

Arrest Made – Attempted Murder Suspect
TSB Deputies assigned to the South Special Assignment Unit (SAU) conducted an operation at Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station and located an adult male (Suspect) wanted in an attempted murder incident that occurred on May 27th, 2024, at the same location. During the incident, the suspect threatened the victim and then struck the victim repeatedly with a metal pipe. The suspect was arrested without incident.

Assault on a Bus Operator/Pepper Spray – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of Beach Street and Florence Avenue in the City of Los Angeles regarding an assault call for service. Deputies contacted the bus operator (Victim) who stated an adult male (Suspect 1) and an adult female (Suspect 2) with a baby stroller boarded the bus and began arguing with the bus operator. The arguing escalated as the bus continued its route. The bus stopped at the location where the suspects began to exit, but there were people boarding and exiting. Suspect 1 started to exit from the front door and was told by the operator to use the rear door or wait for the other patrons to board. Suspect 1 was able to exit the bus prior to suspect 2 exiting with the stroller. Suspect 1 stood in front of the bus to prevent the bus from moving while suspect 2 walked over to the operator’s area. Suspect 2 produced a pepper spray canister and sprayed the area causing the bus operator to feel the effects of the chemical. The suspects fled the location toward Florence Metro Passenger Station and boarded a train. The victim was medically treated in the field.

07/11

Battery on Metro Security – Suspect Arrested
TSB Deputies conducting platform checks at the 4th Street Metro Passenger Station in Downtown Santa Monica were flagged down by Metro Security personnel regarding a security guard being assaulted. The Metro Security (Victim) stated he attempted to detain an adult male (Suspect) for fare evasion, but the suspect began to argue over the fare. The suspect became violent and threw a plastic water bottle at the victim, which struck the victim. The victim did not complain of any pain or injury and refused any medical treatment. The suspect was located and arrested without incident.

The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details contained within each incident description are preliminary information only and are not meant to replace those of a full investigation. For inquiries please contact the TSB PIO, Deputy Kari Mercer

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TSB SIGNIFICANT INCIDENTS 07/04 – 07/11, 2024

07/10

Robbery – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies were flagged down at Firestone Metro Passenger Station by an adult female (Victim)
who stated she was seated on the train and using her phone when an adult male (Suspect) forcefully
grabbed her cell phone out of her hand. The suspect exited the train and fled the location. The
victim was not injured during the incident.

07/07

Copper Theft – Suspect(s) Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to a location approximately one mile east of Long Beach Passenger Station
regarding a copper theft call for service. Deputies contacted a Metro Supervisor who stated the Rail
Operations Center (ROC) received a false occupancy alert on the C Line tracks. The Metro
Supervisor responded and discovered suspect(s) had cut approximately one hundred feet of copper
wire at the location, which was left behind by the suspect(s), who fled the location.

07/06

Narcan Deployed
TSB Deputies responded to the intersection of 3rd Street Promenade and Santa Monica Boulevard in
the City of Santa Monica regarding a patron refusing to exit a bus. Deputies contacted an adult male
who was unresponsive, not breathing, and had a faint pulse. Deputies deployed one dose of Narcan
to the patron, which effectively revived him. The male was transported to a local hospital in stable
condition pending further medical evaluation.

07/04

Assault with a Deadly Weapon/Knife – Suspect Outstanding
TSB Deputies responded to Rosa Parks Metro Passenger Station regarding a fight call for service.
Deputies contacted an adult male (Victim), who said he was riding the train when he began to be
verbally harassed by another adult male (Suspect). The victim attempted to ignore the suspect, but
the suspect continued to harass him until the suspect used a knife as a blunt object and punched
him. The suspect exited the train and fled the location. The victim refused medical attention.

The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The
details contained within each incident description are preliminary information only and are not
meant to replace those of a full investigation. For inquiries please contact the TSB PIO, Deputy Kari
Mercer.