Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Long Beach Metro Passenger Station regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated unknown persons broke into the traction powerhouse, stole and damaged approximately $10,000.00 worth of property. The supervisor further stated they were alerted to the theft by an intrusion alarm. The Metro Supervisor was unable to provide any suspect information.
May 08, 2025
Robbery – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Vermont Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he was approached by four adult males (suspects) who argued with the victim. The suspects punched and kicked the victim. The suspects took the victim’s electrical scooter and left the location. The Los Angeles County Fire Department arrived at the location and transported the victim to the local hospital, where the victim was treated for his injuries. The victim is in a stable condition. The suspects were not located.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Vermont Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he was approached by four adult males (suspects) who argued with the victim. The suspects punched and kicked the victim. The suspects took the victim’s electrical scooter and left the location. The Los Angeles County Fire Department arrived at the location and transported the victim to the local hospital, where the victim was treated for his injuries. The victim is in a stable condition. The suspects were not located.
May 07, 2025
Robbery – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the El Monte Bus Terminal regarding a battery call for service. Upon arrival, deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated that while standing on the platform, he was approached by two adult males (suspects) who, without provocation, produced a knife. Suspect 1 demanded the victim’s wallet and bag. Suspect 2 grabbed the victim’s bag and pulled it away from his grasp. The victim, in fear of his life, quickly walked away from the suspects. Security witnessed the incident and called the Police. The victim maintained a safe distance from the suspects and kept an eye on them until deputies arrived. The deputies detained one suspect at the scene. However, the second suspect fled downstairs. Deputies initiated a foot pursuit, and a responding Deputy stopped the suspect without incident. The victim identified the suspects as the people who had tried to rob him at knife point. The suspects were arrested and booked for the indicated charge. The victim was not injured during the incident, and the property was returned.
May 06, 2025
Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the K-line yard regarding a copper wire report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated unknown persons stole approximately 220 feet of copper wire cables from the tracks. The suspect(s) also cut the fence to enter the tracks, causing damage to the fence. Deputies recovered three tools that were possibly used during the copper theft. The supervisor could not provide a date/time when the copper wire was last seen. The Metro Supervisor was unable to provide any suspect information. The damage and repairs were estimated at $1200.00.
Battery on Metro Contracted Security- Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Firestone Metro Passenger Station regarding a battery on a Metro contracted security officer call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated that they were off-loading passengers at the location due to the train going out of service. Metro contracted security officers contacted an adult female (suspect) who refused to exit the train and was physically removed by a Metro contract security officer. While being removed from the train, the female began flailing her arms, at which time she struck the security guard’s left forearm twice.
TSB Deputies detained the suspect pending a battery investigation. The victim positively identified the suspect as the person who had struck him twice on the left forearm while he was removing her from the train. The suspect was arrested for the charges indicated. The victim had no visible injuries or complaints of pain and refused medical treatment.
May 05, 2025
Attempt Robbery / ADW – Suspects Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated, while traveling on the A-Line, he was approached by an adult male (S/1) who demanded the victim’s property while simulating he had a firearm in his waistband. As the train arrived at Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station, the victim punched S/1 once in the face and ran off the train. S/2 and S/3, who had been traveling with S/1, followed the suspect onto the platform. S/2 retrieved a glass bottle, and S/3 produced a black folding knife, and they began swinging the bottle and knife in the victim’s direction.
Upon the Deputy’s arrival, all three suspects fled the scene. Assisting units were able to locate the three suspects matching the description in the call and detained them pending an assault investigation. The victim positively identified all three suspects. The black folding knife was recovered at the scene. The suspects were arrested and booked on the indicated charges. The victim was not injured, and no property was taken from his person.
May 04, 2025
Battery / Robbery – Suspects Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the local hospital regarding a battery report call for service. Upon the Deputy’s arrival, he contacted a male adult (victim) who stated that while aboard a bus approaching the 120th Street and Vermont Boulevard stop, the victim attempted to exit the bus at the next stop. However, the aisle was blocked by three adult males (suspects 1, 2& 3). The victim asked the suspect to move, at which time an argument began between the suspects and the victim. The suspects chased the victim off the bus and pushed him to the ground. While the victim was on the ground, the suspects punched and stomped the victim’s head. The suspects then stole the victim’s phone and left in an unknown direction. The victim was transported to the local hospital for his injuries. Deputies were unable to locate the suspects. The suspects are still outstanding.
Vandalism / Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Pacific Ave and Slauson Ave in the city of Huntington Park regarding vandalism on a bus call for service. Upon the Deputy’s arrival, they located a male adult (suspect) standing next to the bus stop. Deputies attempted to contact the suspect. However, he refused to comply with their verbal commands to stop, which initiated a short foot pursuit. Deputies were able to contact the suspect, at which time the suspect produced a box cutter and lunged at one of the Deputies attempting to cut him.
Deputies were able to use control holds and pin the suspect up against a neighboring wall and disarm him of the box cutter. The suspect was handcuffed, arrested, and booked on several charges. Deputies were not injured during this incident.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the El Monte Bus Terminal regarding an assault with a deadly weapon against a Metro Security Officer, call for service. Upon the Deputy’s arrival, they located a male adult (suspect) walking in the riverbed adjacent to the bus terminal, and a short foot pursuit was initiated. Deputies contacted the Metro Security officer, who stated the suspect had swung a metal chain at the Metro security officer, nearly missing him. The suspect was positively identified and arrested for the indicated charge.
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Vermont Metro Passenger Station regarding a disturbance (fight) call. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted a male adult (victim) who stated, while at the passenger station, a female adult (Suspect #1) approached him and forcefully took his cellphone out of his hands. As the victim attempted to get his cellphone back, a male adult (Suspect #2) approached him and brandished a 3-inch knife. The suspect(s) fled the location and out of view. Deputies searched the area and located a male Black matching the description of Suspect #2. The suspect was positively identified by the victim and booked for the indicated charge. The victim was not injured during the robbery. Suspect 1 is still outstanding.
May 03, 2025
Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW) – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Artesia Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted a witness who stated that a female adult (victim) was on the platform waiting for the train when a male adult (suspect) approached the victim and, without provocation, punched the victim in the face one time. The victim fell to the ground unconscious. The suspect then fled the platform.
Deputies were able to contact and detain the suspect in the parking lot of the station. While being detained, the suspect spat on two deputies. The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment for her injuries. The suspect was booked for Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Assault on a Peace Officer.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Slauson Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated while riding the A Line train approaching Slauson Metro Passenger Station; he got in a physical altercation with an adult female (suspect) over his bicycle. During the altercation, the suspect took a knife from the victim’s pocket and threatened him with it. The train operator saw the altercation and told the suspect to drop the knife; the suspect complied and dropped the knife. Deputies searched the area and located the suspect. The suspect was arrested. Both the suspect and the victim were treated on the scene for minor injuries.
April 23, 2025
Battery on Metro Security – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies were flagged down by Metro Contract Security (Intercom Security) at the 4th Street/Downtown Santa Monica Metro Passenger Station. Deputies contacted the security guards, who informed them the suspect would not leave the passenger station when ordered to. Deputies contacted the suspect and cited him in the field for trespassing, promising to appear in court.
A short time after, TSB Deputies were again flagged down by the same Intercom Security guards. The security guard stated the suspect returned and was challenging them to fight. The deputies responded to the location and observed the suspect punch a security guard (victim) on the left side of his face. The deputies detained the suspect without incident. Deputies arrested the suspect for the battery. The victim sustained redness and swelling to his left eye and check area. Both suspect and victim were treated on scene, and additional medical attention was refused.
April 21, 2025
ADW (Hands/Feet) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Crenshaw Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he verbally argued with his son, an adult male (suspect), regarding money. The suspect was upset with the victim for not giving him money for drugs, at which time the suspect became upset and punched the victim in the face numerous times, causing abrasions and cuts to his lip and mouth area. The suspect additionally pushed the victim onto the train tracks, where nearby patrons intervened and helped the victim off the tracks. Los Angeles County Fire responded to the platform and treated the victim for his injuries. The victim also sustained abrasions to his right hand. The suspect boarded the train and traveled westbound and out of view.
Traffic Collision – MTA Bus Vs. Pedestrian
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Florence Avenue and Wilmington Avenue in the city of Los Angeles regarding a traffic collision involving an MTA bus vs. a bicyclist. The MTA bus was traveling eastbound on Florence Avenue, approaching Wilmington Avenue. As the but operator merged lanes, the bus collided with a bicyclist traveling directly next to the bus. The operator did not see the bicyclist riding next to the bus. Los Angeles County Fire responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital for minor injuries. CHP responded on the scene and will handle the investigation.
April 19, 2025
Attempt Robbery – Suspects Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the 26th Street Metro Passenger Station regarding a possible robbery that had just occurred and called for service. Upon arrival, deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who told them while riding the train eastbound approaching the 26th Street Metro Passenger Station, he became involved in an argument with five suspects. The suspects punched and kicked the victim multiple times and took his cell phone (valued at $1400) during the assault. The victim was unable to describe the male suspects other than their race. Deputies searched the area but were unable to locate the suspects. The victim sustained a bloody nose, bruising to his right eye and his right ear, and several scratches on his arms. The Santa Monica Fire Department responded and treated the victim. The victim refused to be transported for further medical care.
Attempt Robbery – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Lakewood Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated that while waiting for the train, an adult male (suspect) approached him and asked him for money. The victim said he did not have any money. The suspect grabbed the victim by the collar, pushed him against a wall, and stated he would stab him if he did not give him his money. The victim again said I do not have any. The suspect then went through the victims’ pockets, looking for valuables. The suspect did not take any of the victim’s property. The suspect left the platform in an unknown direction. The victim was not injured during the attempted robbery. Deputies canvased the area but were unable to locate the suspect.
Train vs. Pedestrian – Persons Deceased
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the A-Line Virgina Avenue Railroad Crossing in Azusa regarding a train versus a pedestrian call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies observed an adult male (victim) who had been fatally struck by a Metro train. The Los Angeles County Fire Department responded and pronounced the deceased victim. The Homicide Bureau was notified. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office responded and took over the scene.
Battery on Metro Security – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies were flagged down by Metro Contract Security (Absolute Security) (victim) at the Norwalk Metro Passenger Station regarding a battery on Metro contracted security. Deputies contacted security, who stated that while patrolling Norwalk Metro Passenger Station, he noticed an adult male (suspect) on the platform after the station had closed for the day. He told the suspect he would have to leave. The suspect became angry and threw a traffic cone at security, striking him in the shoulder. Security attempted to place the suspect under citizen’s arrest for battery, which the suspect resisted. Security then pepper sprayed the suspect with “mace.” The suspect was then handcuffed without further incident by security. Deputies took custody of the suspect and cited him for battery. Both the suspect and security refused medical care.
April 18, 2025
Assault (Hands/Feet) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Crenshaw Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated while he was on the train, he began arguing with multiple male adults (suspects). The argument turned physical when one of the suspects hit the victim over the head with a glass bottle. The victim was subsequently thrown off the train at Crenshaw Metro Passenger Station, where the suspects continued to punch and kick him. During the altercation, the victim lost consciousness because of the attack. The victim sustained a small laceration on his head, swelling to the eyes and face, and lacerations on his arms. Los Angeles County Fire responded and transported the victim to a local hospital for further evaluation and treatment. A search was conducted for the suspects, but they were not located.
ADW – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to local hospital regarding an assault with a deadly weapon report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies met with an adult male (victim) who stated while sitting at the Rosa Parks bus bay he was approached by an adult male (suspect) who was carrying a bicycle tire in his hand. The suspect asked the victim for money, which the victim did not have. The suspect started a random conversation with the victim, then walked away. Upon a bus approaching, the victim was struck in the back of his head without warning. The victim fell to his knees, got up and entered the bus. The victim did not see who hit him; however, he was told by a passenger on the bus that the suspect had struck him in the head with the tire he was carrying. The victim was treated for a nonlife threatening head injury at the local hospital. Deputies canvased the area but were unable to locate the suspect.
Aggravated Assault – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Sierra Madre Metro Passenger Station regarding a person stabbed on the platform call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies met with the Pasadena Fire Department and found an adult male (victim) with multiple stab wounds. A person of interest (the suspect) was located by deputies and detained at the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital for life-threatening injuries to his upper torso. The victim was held in stable condition at the Hospital in Pasadena. The suspect who was detained at the location has been arrested for Attempted Murder and Mayhem.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Sierra Madre Metro Passenger Station regarding a person stabbed on the platform call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies met with the Pasadena Fire Department and found an adult male (victim) with multiple stab wounds. A person of interest (the suspect) was located by deputies and detained at the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital for life-threatening injuries to his upper torso. The victim was held in stable condition at the Hospital in Pasadena. The suspect who was detained at the location has been arrested for Attempted Murder and Mayhem.
April 14, 2025
ADW – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the El Monte Bus Terminal Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon that just occurred call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who said he and an adult male (suspect) were involved in a fistfight when the suspect pulled out a knife from his waistband and stabbed him. The victim was stabbed once on the forehead, once on the cheek, once on his left forearm, and 4 times in the back. Contract security at the location witnessed the assault.
TSB deputies located and detained the suspect. The victim and witnesses positively identified the suspect as the person who had stabbed the victim multiple times. The suspect was arrested for the charge indicated. The deputies recovered the knife the suspect used. The suspect was transported to a local hospital for an OK to book due to the injuries he sustained in the first fight. The victim was transported to the local hospital in critical but stable condition.
Battery on Transit Security – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Crenshaw Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault on Metro Contract Security personnel. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted Metro Contract Security Officers (victim and witnesses), who stated they contacted an adult female (suspect) on the elevator urinating and defecating inside the elevator. Security instructed the suspect to exit the station, but the suspect refused. During their contact with the suspect, she became angry and punched the victim in his chest. The victim and witness were able to gain control of the suspect and placed her in handcuffs. The victim complained of soreness in his chest. However, he declined medical attention. The victim was desirous of prosecution and signed a Private Person’s (Citizen’s) Arrest. The suspect was arrested and booked.
Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Metro division yard regarding a see-the-man report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown suspect entered the location and stole 100 feet of copper wire. The suspects cut the copper wire from the right-of-way track area and fled the location. The damage and repairs were estimated at $3,500. The suspect is still outstanding.
April 13, 2025
Possible ADW (Metal Object) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the local medical center regarding an assault with a deadly weapon report call for service. Upon arrival, deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he was assaulted after he entered the Downtown Santa Monica Metro Passenger Station and rode the train to 7th and Metro. While riding the train, he noted that 10 male juveniles (subjects) took his cane and assaulted him with an unknown black metal object. The victim said the subjects picked him up and threw him off the train at an unknown location. The victim was unsure of any further details of the incident, and it is unclear if the victim was treated for his injuries at the first hospital. The victim’s injuries appear to be fresh and not ones that were sustained a day ago. The victim’s statements were inconsistent.
Battery on Transit Patron – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station regarding a battery on a Metro transit patron call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who said between Harbor and Willowbrook Stations, an adult female (suspect) approached her, grabbed her hair, and began pulling it. When the train stopped at Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station, other passengers intervened, and the suspect let go of the victim’s hair and fled southbound and out of view.
TSB Deputies located and detained the suspect pending a battery investigation. The victim positively identified the suspect as the person who had pulled her hair, causing her pain. The suspect was arrested for the charge indicated. The deputies discovered the suspect had two fixed-blade knives concealed under her clothing. The suspect was additionally charged with carrying a concealed dirk/dagger. The victim refused medical treatment.
ADW (Rocks) – Suspects Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Compton Metro Passenger Station regarding a trespassing call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted security personnel, who stated they contacted an adult male (suspect) who became unruly on the train and was told to leave. The suspect exited the train but remained on the platform and continued his rowdy behavior. The suspect left the platform but returned a few minutes later. Security personnel denied the suspect access to the platform, so the suspect became irate and went on the tracks. The suspect began to throw rocks at the security personnel, missing them several times. The suspect then fled the location southbound and out of view. The deputies searched for the suspect but were unable to locate him. The security personnel were not hit or injured during the incident.
Robbery – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Arcadia Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he boarded a westbound train at the Monrovia Metro Passenger Station and was approached by two adult males (suspects 1 & 2). Suspect 1 pulled out a pocketknife and ordered the victim to empty his pockets. The victim complied and handed them his prescription medication. Both suspects also tried to take the victim’s cell phone as the train pulled into the Arcadia Metro Passenger station. Still, the victim was able to exit the train and seek help. The victim was not injured. A search for the suspect was conducted, but he was not located.
April 11, 2025
Vandalism – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to El Segundo Blvd and Hawthorne Blvd in the city of Hawthorne regarding a vandalism call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (the bus operator), who stated an adult male (suspect) was involved in a fight with another adult male (party) inside the bus. She said that as the suspect exited the bus, he punched the windshield, causing it to crack. The suspect began walking westbound on El Segundo Blvd from Hawthorne Blvd and out of view. No injuries were reported. The suspect and the other party involved were searched, but he was not located.
April 10, 2025
Traffic Collision – Bus Vs. Vehicle
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Long Beach Blvd and Rosecrans Ave., in the city of Compton, regarding an MTA bus vs. vehicle traffic collision on Long Beach Blvd at Rosecrans Ave when it collided with a white Chevrolet Blazer. Compton Fire responded. No injuries were reported on the bus or by the other party involved. The bus and the other vehicle sustained minor damage. Compton Sheriff’s Station will investigate the traffic collision.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Long Beach Blvd and Rosecrans Ave., in the city of Compton, regarding an MTA bus vs. vehicle traffic collision on Long Beach Blvd at Rosecrans Ave when it collided with a white Chevrolet Blazer. Compton Fire responded. No injuries were reported on the bus or by the other party involved. The bus and the other vehicle sustained minor damage. Compton Sheriff’s Station will investigate the traffic collision.
April 09, 2025
Sexual Assault – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the El Monte Bus Terminal regarding a sexual assault call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted a Juvenile female (victim), who said while she was waiting at the lower level of the bus terminal when she was approached by an adult male (suspect) who exposed his penis to the victim at the bus bay. The victim boarded the bus, which the suspect followed. While the bus was in transit, the suspect then grabbed and touched the victim on her left buttock area. The victim was able to flee from the suspect and move toward the front of the bus. The suspect exited the bus on the first stop from the terminal and fled in an unknown direction. The victim went back to school and reported the incident to school officials. The suspect is still outstanding.
April 08, 2025
Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Willowbrook Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who stated she was walking and was attacked by four males (suspects) from behind. The victim said during the assault, she was hit with an unknown object. The victim sustained swelling to her left forearm and the left side of her head. The Los Angeles County Fire Paramedics provided medical treatment to the victim. The victim refused to be transported to the hospital. The suspects were not located.
April 07, 2025
Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Culver City Metro Passenger Station regarding a see-the-man report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown suspect entered the location and stole 80 feet of copper wire. The suspects cut the copper wire from the right-of-way track area and fled the location. The damages and repairs were estimated at $12,000. The suspect is still outstanding.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW) – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Willowbrook Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies were able to locate and detain an adult male (suspect) at the Kenneth Hahn Plaza just south of the passenger station. Deputies utilizing Close Circuit Television (CCTV) were able to see the incident take place. Due to the victim (an adult male) leaving the location in an unknown direction. CCTV provided a play-by-play of the suspect involved in a fight with the victim and, without provocation, swinging a metal screwdriver at the victim, stabbing the victim on his upper body. The suspect was arrested for the assault with a deadly weapon.
April 06, 2025
Assault Likely to Produce Great Bodily Injury (GBI) – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Compton Ave and Gage Ave., in the city of Los Angeles, regarding an adult male (victim) bleeding from the face. Upon arrival, deputies contacted the victim, who stated while on the bus, an adult male (suspect) began a verbal altercation with him because the suspect believed the victim was talking about him in Spanish with another passenger. The suspect confronted the victim and began punching him in the face with both fists. The victim fell to the floor, where the suspect continued to punch the victim, then grabbed him by the neck and began choking him. Once the bus came to a stop, the suspect fled the scene. The victim did not lose consciousness.
Assisting units canvassed the area, and with the assistance of Aero, the suspect was located a short distance away. The suspect was positively identified by witnesses on board the bus at the time of the incident. The victim sustained significant facial trauma and was treated on scene by Los Angeles County Fire. The victim was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation and treatment. The suspect was arrested for the assault.
Grand Theft (Cell Phone) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Florence Ave and Santa Fe Ave., in the city of Huntington Park, regarding a phone snatch. Upon arrival, deputies contacted a female adult (victim) who told them she had her cell phone resting in her hand while riding the bus. As the bus came to a stop, an adult male (suspect) snatched her cell phone out of her hand and ran off the bus. The suspect was last seen heading southbound from the location and out of view. Deputies searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect. The victim was not injured and declined medical treatment. The suspect is still outstanding.
April 04, 2025
Battery on Metro Security Officer – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Downtown Santa Monica Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault on Metro Security call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Security Officer (victim), who stated they contacted an adult male (suspect) on the train regarding his failure to have a valid fare ticket to board the train. During their contact with the suspect, the suspect became angry and took a fighting stance. The victim and his partner told the suspect to exit the train, but the suspect refused. As the victim and his partner attempted to escort the suspect off the train, the suspect swung his fists toward the victim, at which time a struggle ensued, causing them to fall to the ground. The victim and his partner were able to subdue the suspect and placed him in handcuffs. During the struggle, the victim sustained abrasions to his right wrist and arm. However, he declined medical attention. The victim was desirous of prosecution and signed a Private Person’s (Citizen’s) Arrest form. The suspect was placed under arrest for the assault.
April 03, 2025
Assault with a Deadly Weapon (Hands) – Suspects Arrested
While conducting a patrol check of Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station, Deputies heard several people yelling on the platform. Deputies responded to the platform and discovered while walking down the steps from the C Line to the A Line, four juveniles were being loud, boisterous, and pretending to fight. Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he thought they were physically fighting and approached them and became involved in a verbal altercation. Without warning, subject #1 punched the victim in the face, knocking him to the ground. subject #1 then stood over the victim and punched him numerous times in the face. subject #2 then punched the victim 2-3 times in the face.
The victim’s friend attempted to pull the juveniles off her friend, and the victim was able to stand up. subject #1 then pushed the victim onto the tracks. Fearing the subjects would continue to assault the victim, the female (the victim’s friend) produced a knife and ordered the subjects to leave the victim alone. Deputies detained all parties and subsequently arrested subjects #1 and #2 for the indicated charge. The victim sustained bruising on his face, several abrasions on his arms, and a possible fractured wrist. Los Angeles County Fire responded and treated the victim on scene. The victim refused further medical attention. The subjects were arrested.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the 26th Street Metro Passenger Station regarding a vandalism call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro supervisor (party), who stated that a closed-circuit television (CCTV) observer observed an adult male (suspect) tampering with the steel handrails of the station and damaging Metro Transit property. The suspect left the location on foot. Deputies searched the area and detained a suspect, whom the CCTV witness had positively identified. The suspect was arrested for misdemeanor vandalism and cited out in the field on a written promise to appear. The damage and repairs were estimated at $400.00.
March 24, 2025
Battery on MTA Operator – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to 5th Street and Santa Monica Boulevard in the city of Santa Monica regarding an assault on an MTA bus operator call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the bus operator (victim), who stated that upon arriving at the 5th Street and Santa Monica Boulevard bus stop, she had the driver barrier door open and was talking with another driver (trainee) who she was teaching, when an adult male (suspect) approached the front of the bus. The suspect tried to exit the bus. However, the barrier door was open, so the suspect pushed it closed, causing it to hit the operator. The suspect was detained and arrested without further incident for the assault. The victim did not have any visible injuries and refused medical treatment.
March 23, 2025
Persons Deceased
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the El Monte Bus Terminal regarding a person’s dead call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the bus operator (witness), who stated that after arriving at the El Monte Bus Terminal, the operator noticed one of his passengers, an adult male (patient), appeared to be hiding underneath a bus seat. Deputies contacted the patient and noticed he was unconscious and not breathing. The deputies attempted CPR and gave the patient Narcan, which was not effective. The patient remained unconscious. The Los Angeles County Fire Department Paramedics arrived and began CPR on the patient. The Paramedics pronounced the patient. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau was notified. The Los Angeles County Coroner responded.
March 21, 2025
Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to 92nd Street and Graham Avenue in the city of Los Angeles regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown person had cut and stolen 50 feet of copper wire. The supervisor could not provide a date/time when the copper was last there. No suspect information was provided. The damage and repairs were estimated at $3,500.00.
Battery – Suspects Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Metro Passenger Station regarding a possible battery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted three juveniles (victim 1/2/3) who stated they were being followed by two adult males (suspects 1 & 2) from a local skate park. Both Suspects 1 & 2 harassed the two female victims 1 & 2 by repeatedly asking them out on a date while walking from the park to the train station. While victims 1 & 2 were on the platform, suspect 1 approached victims 1 & 2 and punched both in the face. The male victim 3 intervened and suspect 1 and victim 3 got into a brief physical altercation. Both suspects 1 & 2 left the platform and walked northbound and out of view. Deputies saw bruises and swellings on the cheeks of victims 1 & 2, as well as an abrasion on the forearm of victim 1. All the victims declined medical treatment. The suspects are still outstanding.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Transit Services Bureau Deputies responded to the South Pasadena Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon that just occurred call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Allied Security Officer (informant), who advised them that he noticed an adult male (possible suspect) following another adult male (possible victim). The informant stated the two males were verbally arguing, and one of the males was bleeding from one of his hands (no further detail). The informant further stated that both males walked eastbound toward Fair Oaks Avenue and out of view. A search of the area for the suspect and victim was met with negative results. Deputies did locate a blood trail eastbound from the Metro station toward Fair Oaks Avenue. The suspect/victim are outstanding at this time.
Battery – Suspects Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Metro Passenger Station regarding a possible battery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted three juveniles (victim 1/2/3) who stated they were being followed by two adult males (suspects 1 & 2) from a local skate park. Both Suspects 1 & 2 harassed the two female victims 1 & 2 by repeatedly asking them out on a date while walking from the park to the train station. While victims 1 & 2 were on the platform, suspect 1 approached victims 1 & 2 and punched both in the face. The male victim 3 intervened and suspect 1 and victim 3 got into a brief physical altercation. Both suspects 1 & 2 left the platform and walked northbound and out of view. Deputies saw bruises and swellings on the cheeks of victims 1 & 2, as well as an abrasion on the forearm of victim 1. All the victims declined medical treatment. The suspects are still outstanding.
March 17, 2025
Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to a local hospital in the city of Pasadena regarding an assault with a deadly weapon report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he was riding an eastbound train listening to music on his headphones when he was approached by an adult male (suspect) who asked him a question; however, the victim could not hear him. The victim stated upon asking the suspect what he said, the suspect became angry, and a physical altercation occurred. The victim said the suspect retrieved a knife from his body, unfolded it, and stabbed him once.
The suspect exited the train. However, the victim didn’t remember which station, and the victim exited at Sierra Madre Metro Passenger Station. The victim walked to a closed local clinic and then called 911. Pasadena Fire Department responded and transported the victim to a local hospital, where he was treated for a non-life-threatening 1″ stab wound to the left armpit area. The victim described the suspect as an adult male wearing dark clothing. The suspect is still outstanding.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to a local hospital regarding an assault with a deadly weapon report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim). The victim stated while riding an unknown bus, he was approached by an adult male (suspect) who began a verbal altercation with him because the suspect thought the victim was talking about him. The victim stated he was on the phone but was not talking about the suspect. When the victim exited the bus at the Artesia bus layover, the suspect followed him off the bus and attacked him with a baton.
The suspect struck the victim with the baton on the head and face six or seven times. The suspect left in an unknown direction. The victim went home and called 911. The Long Beach Fire Department transported the victim to a local hospital, where he was treated for a broken jaw and other injuries. The suspect is still outstanding.
Attempt Robbery/ADW – Suspect Arrested/5150 Hold
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Del Amo Metro Passenger Station regarding a possible assault and battery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted Metro Security (victim) along with an adult male (suspect). Metro Security already detained the suspect in handcuffs. The victim stated that the suspect approached him, attempted to take his gun, and then grabbed him with both hands.
The victim, along with the help of his fellow Metro Security Officers, was able to take the suspect to the ground. During the struggle, the suspect attempted to stab the victim with a pen stating, “I am going to kill you”. Deputies took custody of the suspect and, with the assistance of the Mental Evaluation Team (TMET), were able to place the suspect on a 5150 WIC hold. The suspect was transported to a local Hospital for the hold and additionally charged with attempted robbery and assault with a deadly weapon.
March 16, 2025
Arson – No Suspect Reported
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to a homeless encampment fire at the Marine Metro Passenger Station. Upon arrival, Deputies observed a tent engulfed in fire. The Redondo Beach Fire Department responded and extinguished the fire. Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who stated she was the owner of the tent. The victim stated she was lying inside the tent when she noticed it had caught fire. The victim was not injured and was able to exit the tent without incident. The victim said she did not know who started the fire but said she believed it may have been her boyfriend because they argued earlier in the day. The deputies conducted a search for the boyfriend, but he was not located. LASD Arson and Explosives was notified but did not respond. An Arson report was written by responding Deputies.
March 14, 2025
Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Firestone Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) and an additional adult female (suspect), who were both located on the platform at the Firestone PAX. Upon detaining the suspect, she became very uncooperative and displayed behavior consistent with someone suffering from a mental disorder. Utilizing Deescalating techniques, Deputies were able to place the suspect in handcuffs without further incident. During the investigation, it was determined the suspect committed numerous violations, including attempted robbery, ADW, and trespassing. The suspect was arrested and booked.
Bus Vs Pole – No Injuries
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Rexford Dr. and Sunset Blvd. in the city of Beverly Hills regarding a Metro Transit Authority (MTA) bus vs. pole collision call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Bus Operator, who stated the Metro bus was traveling eastbound on Sunset Blvd., approaching Rexford Dr., when it lost control and struck a signal light. No injuries were reported, and the Metro bus sustained minor damage. The Beverly Hills Police Department responded and will be investigating the accident.
Aggravated Assault – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Memorial Park Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault on a passenger call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who was being treated by the Pasadena Fire Department and preparing for transportation to a local hospital. Deputies were able to speak with the victim before transport, who stated that while riding the Metro train northbound, she became involved in a verbal dispute with an adult female (suspect), which escalated into a physical altercation. During the fight, the suspect bit her on her left hand, causing a 3–5-inch laceration. The suspect was detained by Metro security and subsequently arrested by deputies for aggravated assault.
March 13, 2025
Traffic Collision Bus Vs. Vehicle – No Injuries
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Tweedy Ave and State St. in the city of Lynwood regarding a vehicle vs Metro Transit Authority (MTA) bus collision call for service. A Dodge Charger and Chevrolet Suburban collided in the intersection, causing the Suburban to roll over and collide with the Metro bus. There were approximately 10 passengers onboard the bus. None of the passengers nor the bus operator were injured. The Metro bus sustained damage to the front left windshield and pillar. Century Sheriff Station will investigate the traffic collision.
Possession with a Firearm – Suspect Cited
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Avalon Blvd. and El Segundo Bl. in the city of Los Angeles regarding a person in possession with a gun. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro bus operator, who stated an adult male (suspect) boarded her bus and cursed at her. The Bus Operator remembered the suspect from a previous encounter and noticed the suspect holding a gun. The bus operator notified the dispatch to report the suspect and the incident. Deputy personnel arrived on the scene and cleared the bus of all passengers. The suspect was detained and later arrested without incident. The suspect was found to be in possession of a toy gun and drug paraphernalia. The suspect was cited for possession of a toy gun and possession of drug paraphernalia. The suspect was also cited for delaying bus operations.
Robbery (knife) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Hawthorne Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery that just occurred call for service. Upon arrival Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he entered Hawthorne Metro Passenger Station’s east entrance and was approached by an adult male (suspect) who pointed a knife at him and demanded his cell phone. Out of fear for his safety the victim handed over his cell phone and ran away to a nearby Mc. Donalds where he flagged down Hawthorne Police officers. A search for the suspect was conducted but met with negative results. The suspect is still outstanding.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Tweedy Ave and State St. in the city of Lynwood regarding a vehicle vs Metro Transit Authority (MTA) bus collision call for service. A Dodge Charger and Chevrolet Suburban collided in the intersection, causing the Suburban to roll over and collide with the Metro bus. There were approximately 10 passengers onboard the bus. None of the passengers nor the bus operator were injured. The Metro bus sustained damage to the front left windshield and pillar. Century Sheriff Station will investigate the traffic collision.
Possession with a Firearm – Suspect Cited
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Avalon Blvd. and El Segundo Bl. in the city of Los Angeles regarding a person in possession with a gun. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro bus operator, who stated an adult male (suspect) boarded her bus and cursed at her. The Bus Operator remembered the suspect from a previous encounter and noticed the suspect holding a gun. The bus operator notified the dispatch to report the suspect and the incident. Deputy personnel arrived on the scene and cleared the bus of all passengers. The suspect was detained and later arrested without incident. The suspect was found to be in possession of a toy gun and drug paraphernalia. The suspect was cited for possession of a toy gun and possession of drug paraphernalia. The suspect was also cited for delaying bus operations.
Robbery (knife) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Hawthorne Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery that just occurred call for service. Upon arrival Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he entered Hawthorne Metro Passenger Station’s east entrance and was approached by an adult male (suspect) who pointed a knife at him and demanded his cell phone. Out of fear for his safety the victim handed over his cell phone and ran away to a nearby Mc. Donalds where he flagged down Hawthorne Police officers. A search for the suspect was conducted but met with negative results. The suspect is still outstanding.
March 12, 2025
Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies advised about a felony assault that occurred at the Fillmore Metro Passenger Station. Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated he was on a southbound Metro train when he was approached by an adult male (suspect) who asked the victim to use his cell phone. The victim refused to loan the suspect his cell phone, so the suspect became irate. As the victim exited the train at Fillmore Metro Passenger Station, the suspect threw a plastic bottle at the victim. The suspect then proceeded to punch the victim 20-30 times over the face and upper torso. The suspect also struck the victim over the head with an unknown object, causing a laceration on the victim’s forehead. The suspect left the location on foot and out of view. The victim sustained several lacerations on his head and face. The victim was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Whittier Blvd and Orme Ave, in the city of East Los Angeles, regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro bus operator, who stated she heard an argument between an adult male (victim) and a person in a wheelchair (unknown). The bus operator further stated that she stopped the bus at Whittier Blvd and Orme Ave and observed an adult male (suspect) pistol-whip the victim. The suspect exited the bus and walked eastbound on Whittier Blvd, out of view. The bus operator continued traveling eastbound, and the victim exited the bus at Whittier Blvd and Ditman Ave. The victim left in an unknown direction. The bus operator did not observe any injuries to the victim. A search for the suspect, victim, and additional witnesses was conducted but met with negative results.
March 11, 2025
Traffic Collision Bus Vs. Vehicle – No Injuries
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Telegraph Rd and Colima Rd. in the city of Whitter regarding a vehicle vs Metro Transit Authority (MTA) bus collision call for service. The bus was traveling eastbound on Telegraph Rd approaching Colima Rd when it collided with a white van traveling northbound on Colima Rd. Minor injuries were reported; drivers and bus passengers were transported to the local hospital for further treatment. The MTA Supervisor and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to the scene. CHP will investigate the traffic collision.
March 07, 2025
Vandalism – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Compton Metro Passenger Station regarding a vandalism call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted Metro Security, who stated they observed an adult male (suspect) spray painting Metro property. The suspect left the location on foot. Deputies searched the area and detained a suspect who matched the description provided. A field identification was conducted, and the witness positively identified the suspect. The suspect was arrested. The Metro Supervisor responded and estimated the damage to be approximately $1,000.
March 06, 2025
Person Deceased
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the El Monte Metro Bus Terminal regarding an adult male onboard a Foothill Transit bus in cardiac arrest. When deputies arrived, the Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel were conducting cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The male did not regain consciousness and was pronounced deceased at the scene. There were no signs of trauma or foul play. The cause of death is unknown. The Los Angeles County Coroner responded and took possession of the deceased male. The Foothill Transit bus was cleared to resume regular services. There were no disruptions to Metro services, and no media inquiries were received.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Battery on Metro Contracted Security (Inter-Con) – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Downtown Santa Monica Metro Platform Station regarding a battery on the Metro Contracted Security (Inter-Con) call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted Metro Contract Security Officers (victim), who stated they were at the Santa Monica platform when they observed an adult male (suspect) enter through the emergency gate and began smoking. They approached the suspect and requested that he exit the platform. The suspect then flicked the cigarette at one of the officers, striking the officer in the chest. Security officers detained the suspect, and during the detention, the suspect attempted to throw feces at them. Deputy personnel requested TSB MET, and the Santa Monica Fire Department responded. TSB MET and the Santa Monica Fire Department arrived on the scene and evaluated the suspect. The suspect was transported to a local hospital and placed on a mental evaluation hold.
Theft – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the station lobby regarding a theft call for service. Upon arrival, dispatch informed deputies that an adult male (suspect) had entered the lobby, activated the fire alarm, and stolen a package that was located on the counter. With the assistance of dispatch, the deputies were able to locate and detain the suspect. The stolen package was recovered, and the suspect was arrested.
February 26, 2025
Grand Theft – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Florence Metro Passenger Station regarding a possible theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who stated she was approached by several suspects (two adult females and one juvenile female) who asked her if they could play with her puppy. The victim allowed the suspects to play with her puppy as they rode the train. The victim further stated she asked for her puppy back because she was going to exit the train, at which time the suspects told the victim they would exit with her. The victim proceeded to exit the train, but the suspects remained on the train as it departed. No injuries were reported. A search for the suspects was conducted but met with negative results.
Vandalism – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Garfield Avenue and Imperial Highway in the city of South Gate regarding a vandalism call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the bus operator (victim), who stated an adult male (suspect) threw a tequila bottle at the windshield of the bus, causing the glass to crack. The suspect then picked up a rock and threw the rock at a second bus, causing the windshield to crack. The suspect fled westbound on Imperial Hwy and out of view. No injuries were reported. A search for the suspect was conducted but met with negative results.
February 25, 2025
Attempted Robbery – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Century Boulevard and Prairie Avenue in the city of Inglewood. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted a juvenile male (victim) who said he was traveling westbound on the metro bus when he was approached by an adult male (suspect) who reached out and grabbed the victim’s bus tap card. The victim was able to hold on to his tap card after a brief struggle with the suspect. The victim attempted to flee; however, the suspect restrained the victim by placing him in a headlock and stepping on his feet, preventing the victim from fleeing. The victim sustained soreness around the neck area and lower extremities. The victim refused to be transported for medical evaluation. The suspect was arrested.
Traffic Collision – Train vs Vehicle
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Colorado Boulevard and Lincoln Boulevard regarding a traffic collision call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies observed a Metro train colliding with a 2021 White Nissan. The Santa Monica Fire Department responded and evaluated the situation. Neither party involved sustained any injury or complained of pain. The Santa Monica Police Department responded to the location and will investigate the traffic collision.
Suspicious Circumstances – Party transported
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Artesia Metro Passenger Station regarding a disturbance call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted Metro contracted security (inter-Con) (informant), who stated she contacted an adult male (party) sleeping on the sidewalk near the bus bay. The security officer noticed the party was not wearing pants, and his genitals were exposed. The security officer stated she was offended but would not provide additional information and became uncooperative with Deputies. Deputies contacted the party pending an indecent exposure investigation.
The party stated he was sick, soiled his pants, and had to remove them. Deputies also noticed the party had bodily fluids around him. Compton Fire Department responded and transported the party to a local hospital for further medical evaluation. TSB MET personnel responded to the hospital and interviewed the party. The incident was documented as a suspicious circumstance, possible indecent exposure.
February 24, 2025
Felon in Possession of Weapon on Transit (BB Gun) – Suspect Arrested
While conducting train sweeps at the Norwalk Metro Passenger Station, Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies observed an adult male (suspect) sleeping inside the train. As Deputies tapped the suspect on the leg to wake him, he felt the butt end of a firearm in the suspect’s pant cargo pocket. The suspect was immediately detained and removed from the train. While conducting a search of the suspect, a BB gun was recovered from the suspect’s pants cargo pocket. The suspect was also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. Further investigation revealed the suspect was on active probation. The suspect was arrested for the above incident.
February 23, 2025
Robbery (Bodily Force) – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to El Monte Bus Terminal in the city of El Monte regarding a robbery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who stated while she was waiting for a bus, an adult female (suspect) approached her and engaged in conversation. After a brief conversation, the victim began to walk away from the suspect. The suspect then approached the victim from behind and, punched the victim on the ear and took her ear pods. The suspect left the location southbound and out of view. A search for the suspect was conducted but met with negative results. The victim was treated at the scene by paramedics but refused to be transported to the hospital. The suspect is still outstanding.
Assault on Metro Passenger (Pepper Spray) – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Magnolia Boulevard and Victory Boulevard in the city of Burbank regarding an assault call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male and an adult female (suspect). The couple was verbally arguing on the bus when a third-party adult female (Victim) observed the argument. The victim told the couple to stop arguing or exit the bus. The suspect became upset and produced a can of pepper spray as she began to argue with the victim. The suspect then sprayed the victim on the shoulder. The victim, in self-defense, produced a can of pepper spray and sprayed in the direction of the suspect. A fellow bus passenger stated she observed the incident and corroborated the victim’s account. The victim was desirous of prosecution and signed a private person’s arrest. All parties said they were not injured at the time of the incident.
February 22, 2025
Battery of Transit Person – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station regarding a battery just occurred call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who told them he became involved in an argument with an acquaintance, an adult male (Suspect) on the platform. The victim said the suspect punched him once in the face and then sprayed him with pepper spray. Deputies located the suspect and detained him. The suspect admitted to punching and pepper spraying. The victim sustained redness and swelling to his lip. Los Angeles County Fire Department responded and transported the victim to a local hospital, where he was further evaluated for his injuries.
During their investigation, Deputies discovered the suspect was on parole for robbery, which prohibits him from carrying pepper spray. The suspect was charged with the above crimes.
February 22, 2025
Vandalism – Suspect Outstanding
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and San Vicente Boulevard in the city of West Hollywood regarding a Vandalism to a bus call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the operator, who stated that he heard a loud bang on the driver’s side front window while pulling out of the parking lot and noticed the window was shattered. The operator observed only one person standing on the sidewalk near the bus. The person of interest was described as an adult male wearing a red hooded sweatshirt and black pants. The person of interest left the location in an unknown direction. Deputies searched the area but were unable to locate the person of interest. The MTA supervisor estimated the cost of repairs to be $1476.
February 20, 2025
Battery on MTA Contracted Security (Hands) – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Sierra Madre Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault on Allied Universal Security Personnel. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted security personnel (victim), who stated they contacted an adult male (S/1) on the westbound train. During the contact, S/1 yelled at the victim and rushed at the victim, followed by another adult male (S/2) rushing the victim. Fearing being assaulted by S1 & S2, the victim pepper sprayed the suspects. The victim subsequently took hold of one of the suspects, pulled him off the train, and handcuffed him. During the detention, one of the suspects spat at the victim several times. The victim was adamant about an arrest. The suspects were arrested.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
Battery on MTA Contracted Security (Hands) – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Sierra Madre Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault on Allied Universal Security Personnel. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted security personnel (victim), who stated they contacted an adult male (S/1) on the westbound train. During the contact, S/1 yelled at the victim and rushed at the victim, followed by another adult male (S/2) rushing the victim. Fearing being assaulted by S1 & S2, the victim pepper sprayed the suspects. The victim subsequently took hold of one of the suspects, pulled him off the train, and handcuffed him. During the detention, one of the suspects spat at the victim several times. The victim was adamant about an arrest. The suspects were arrested.
February 19, 2025
Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to 92nd Street & Graham Avenue in the city of Los Angeles regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown person had cut and stolen copper wire. The damage and repairs were estimated at 2,000.00.
February 18, 2025
Possible Assault with a Deadly weapon – Suspect Unknow
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Lake Metro Passenger Station regarding a possible assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the train operator (informant), who stated an unknown male (victim) approached him and stated that he had been stabbed on the train by unknown persons (possible suspect). The victim was unable to provide any additional information about the incident. The victim was last seen exiting the platform at Lake Metro Passenger Station. Deputies checked CCTV and searched the area but could not locate the incident, victim, or suspect.
Traffic Collision- One Injured
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Orr and Day Road & Telegraph Road in the city of Whittier regarding a traffic collision call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the MTA Bus Operator (victim), who stated the bus was traveling westbound on Telegraph Road when it was rear-ended by a work truck, causing minor damage to the bus. One bus passenger was transported to a local hospital via ambulance for non-life-threatening injuries. Whitter Police Department will investigate the traffic collision.
February 15, 2025
Battery on MTA Bus Operator (Hands) – Suspect Arrested
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Tamcliff Avenue and Victornia Street in the city of Carson regarding a battery on an MTA Bus Operator. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Bus Operator (victim), who stated an adult male (suspect) became irate after being told to exit the bus. The suspect punched the operator in the chest and then took a seat at the back of the bus. Deputies boarded the train and took the suspect into custody without further incident. The operator was not injured and refused medical attention on scene.
Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information
Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to 119th Street and Willowbrook Avenue in the city of Los Angeles regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown person had cut and stolen 24 feet of copper wire. The damage and repairs were estimated at 1,200.00.
The TSB Weekly Update is not a complete list of all incidents, arrests, or events that occurred. The details 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 Dorian T. Penn at dtpenn@lasd.org.
