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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. 

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. 

Robbery – Suspect 1 Outstanding, Suspect 2 Arrested

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.

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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.

March 05, 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 44 feet of copper wire. The damage and repairs were estimated at $3,500.00.

Battery – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Metro Passenger Train Station regarding a battery just occurred call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim), who stated that without provocation, he was attacked by an adult male (suspect) while riding the train.  Deputies contacted and detained the suspect. The victim positively identified the suspect as the person who attacked him.  The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) responded to provide medical assistance, which the victim denied.  During the detention, a use of force occurred.  LACFD transported the suspect to a local hospital for further evaluation. The suspect was arrested.

March 04, 2025

Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Compton Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) and a female adult (witness) who stated an adult male (suspect) assaulted the victim on the platform. The suspect pushed the victim off the platform and onto the tracks. The suspect then jumped down onto the tracks and started throwing rocks at the victim. The Victim fled the platform, and the suspect followed him. The suspect then stabbed the victim in the back. The suspect fled the location and out of view. The victim was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation, where he is listed in stable condition.  Deputies searched the area for the suspect but were unable to locate. The suspect is still outstanding.

March 01, 2025

Lewd Conduct in Public – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Florence Avenue and Paramount Boulevard in the city of Downey, regarding an indecent exposure call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies were flagged down by bus patrons.  The patrons pointed out the suspect, who was seated inside the bus.  Deputies were able to detain the suspect pending an indecent exposure investigation.  During the investigation, Deputies learned that an adult female (victim) observed an adult male (suspect) masturbating while on the bus.  The suspect was arrested for lewd conduct in public. It was later determined that the suspect was on active probation for burglary and was also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. The suspect was additionally charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and a probation violation.  

Robbery – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Hawthorne Boulevard and Imperial Highway in the city of Hawthorne, regarding a possible robbery that had just occurred call for service.  Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who told them while riding the bus, she was involved in an argument with an adult male (suspect.)  The suspect pushed her and then grabbed her cell phone.  The victim attempted to maintain her grip on her phone but, out of fear, let go of the phone, and the suspect took it.  The bus operator intervened and told the suspect to give the victim her phone.  The suspect then threw the phone onto the floor, causing it to shatter.  The suspect exited the bus and was last seen heading eastbound from the location and out of view.  Deputies searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect. The suspect is still outstanding. 

February 28, 2025

Willful Cruelty to a Child – Suspects Cited

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Compton Metro Passenger Station regarding a trespassing call for service.  Upon arrival, Deputies contacted Metro Transit Authority (MTA) Security (Suspect/Victim), who told them she had observed a male juvenile (Subject/Victim) walking on the tracks and up onto the platform.  MTA Security approached the juvenile to conduct a trespassing on the posted property investigation. During the investigation, the juvenile threw trash on the ground, at which time MTA Security told the juvenile to pick it up, but he refused.  MTA Security attempted to detain the juvenile to place him under citizens’ arrest at which time a struggle ensued, and the juvenile was placed in handcuffs, and law enforcement was called. 

Deputies contacted the juvenile, who told them MTA Security approached him, asked him a couple of questions, and then, without provocation, attacked him.  Deputies observed multiple injuries on the juvenile.  The juvenile was treated and transported to a local hospital for further evaluation. The juvenile mother arrived and wanted to place MTA Security under citizen’s arrest for child abuse.

MTA Security was cited and released, the juvenile was cited and released, and the juvenile’s mother was also cited and released

Robbery – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to 169th Street and Hawthorne Boulevard in the city of Hawthorne regarding a robbery that had just occurred in a call for service.  Upon arrival, Deputies contacted a male adult (victim) who stated while riding the bus, he was approached by a male adult (suspect) who stated he had a gun and demanded the victim send him $1000.00 via PayPal.  The victim, fearing for his safety, complied and sent the money.  The suspect exited the bus and was last seen southbound from the location and out of view.  The victim said he was not injured and refused medical treatment.  Deputies searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect.  The suspect is still outstanding.

Sexual Assault – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) desk contacted a Juvenile female (victim) and her mother in the lobby of the station to report being a victim of a sexual assault.  The victim said while she was seated on a Metro Transit Authority (MTA) Bus at Compton Boulevard and Willowbrook Avenue in the city of Compton.  A male adult (suspect) sat down next to the victim on the bus and began to show her a video from his phone.  The suspect then grabbed the victim and touched her on her buttock area.  The victim was able to flee from the suspect and seek help from the bus driver. However, the bus driver did not provide any assistance.  The victim exited the bus and called her mother.  The victim and her mother came into the Rail Operations lobby to report the incident.  Although the victim was not injured, she was still examined by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The suspect is still outstanding.

February 27, 2025

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 respond.  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 ROC 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.

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.

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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.

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.

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February 12, 2025

Robbery

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Long Beach Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service.  Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated that while standing on the platform, an adult male (suspect) approached him and started a conversation with him.  The victim and suspect began arguing about the military and became involved in a physical fight.  During the fight, the victim said his backpack containing tools and other items ($300 value) fell onto the platform.  The suspect picked up the backpack and ran down the stairs, out of view.  The victim was very intoxicated and could not provide any additional information. The victim said he was not injured and refused medical treatment.  Deputies searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect.  The suspect is still outstanding.

Trespassing on MTA Property / Fugitive – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Hawthorne Metro Passenger Station regarding a male trespassing on the tracks call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male(suspect).  The suspect appeared agitated, throwing objects and jumping on and off the platform onto the right of way of the tracks, disrupting train operations. TSB Deputies located and detained the male pending a trespassing investigation.  While detained, Deputies, using department-issued equipment, discovered the male had a full extradition warrant out of Mississippi for failing to register as a sex offender.  Deputies contacted the police agency in Mississippi, and they agreed to extradite the suspect.  The suspect was arrested and awaited his extradition.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to 119th Street 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 33 feet of copper wire. The damage and repairs were estimated at $25,000.00.

Vandalism – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Colorado Avenue & 5th Street in the city of Santa Monica regarding a Vandalism to a bus call for service.  Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the bus operator, who stated an adult male (suspect) became upset after she denied his advances for a date.  The bus operator told the suspect, who was carrying a plastic crate, to exit the bus due to being at the last stop.  Upon exiting the bus, the suspect hit the window of the bus door with his crate, causing it to crack.  The suspect attempted to leave the area but was located and arrested.  The Metro Supervisor estimated the damage to the bus door to be $280.00.  The suspect did not threaten the bus operator.

February 11, 2025

Elder Abuse – Suspects Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Norwalk Boulevard & Rosecrans Avenue, in the city of Norwalk, regarding a battery just occurred call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated that several teens, two juvenile males and one juvenile female (subjects), were loud and boisterous on board the bus. The victim, an elderly male, asked the subjects to be quiet while on the bus, and a verbal altercation ensued between the victim and the subjects. The victim was punched in the face several times by the subjects.  Upon the bus coming to a stop, the subjects exited the bus and fled in an unknown direction and out of view. The victim sustained swelling and lacerations to his cheek and forehead. The Los Angeles County Fire Department treated the victim on scene and was transported to the local Hospital for further treatment/evaluation. The subjects are still outstanding.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Del Amo Metro Passenger Station regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown person had cut and stolen 20 feet of copper wire. The damage and repairs were estimated at $25,000.00.

February 10, 2025

Petty Theft – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Willowbrook Bus Layover regarding a theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted The Bus Operator (Victim), who stated an adult male (suspect) entered his parked bus and stole his Metro jacket, which was in the driver’s seat.  The suspect exited the bus and ran towards the Willowbrook platform, where TSB Deputy personnel detained him.  The victim’s jacket was recovered, and the suspect was arrested. 

February 09, 2025

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Nadeau Street (South A-line) regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown person had cut and stolen 15 feet of copper wire. The damage and repairs were estimated at $1550.00.

February 07, 2025

Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW) – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Hawthorne Boulevard and Imperial Highway in the city of Hawthorne regarding an assault with a deadly weapon (ADW) call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Hawthorne Police Department, which was already on the scene. They stated an adult male (victim) and a juvenile male (suspect) started arguing with him over seating on the bus. During the argument, the suspect pulled out a knife, pointed it at the victim, and stated, “I will stab you.” Upon the bus coming to a stop, both the suspect and victim exited the bus. Hawthorne Police Department assisted with detaining the suspect without incident before the Deputies’ arrival. The suspect was arrested. The victim was not injured during the incident.

February 06, 2025

Attempt Robbery / Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ADW) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Compton Metro Passenger Station regarding an attempted robbery/ assault with a deadly weapon (ADW) call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who stated while waiting for his ride on the platform, an adult male (suspect) approached him, pointed a gun at him, and demanded all his property.  The victim, fearing for his life, pepper sprayed the suspect.  The suspect fled on foot north on the platform and out of view.  The victim was not injured during the incident.  Deputies searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Artesia Metro Passenger Station regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown person had damaged multiple wires on track 1. The Metro Supervisor confirmed that no wires were missing or stolen; they were just damaged. The damage and repairs were estimated at $250.00.

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.

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February 06, 2025

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Artesia Metro Passenger Station regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that an unknown person had damaged multiple wires on track 1. The Metro Supervisor confirmed that no wires were missing or stolen; they were just damaged. The damage and repairs were estimated at $250.00.

February 05, 2025

Battery on MTA Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Whittier Boulevard and Keenan Avenue in the city of East Los Angeles regarding an assault on a bus operator call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted The Bus Operator (Victim), who stated an adult male (suspect) boarded the bus and immediately became argumentative with her.   The victim stopped the bus and told the suspect to get off.  The suspect became irate and spat at the victim, striking her on the face. The suspect exited the bus and rode his bike westbound on Whittier Boulevard and out of view.  The victim was seen by Los Angeles County Fire personnel before the Deputies arrived. A search for the suspect was conducted but met with negative results. The suspect is still outstanding.

Battery on MTA Contract Security – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to South Pasadena Metro Passenger Station regarding a battery on an MTA contact security call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted MTA Contract Security Officers, who stated they were providing security on the platform when they were approached by an adult male (suspect) who, without provocation and for unknown reasons, knocked one of the MTA contracted security (victim) glasses off his face. The suspect was arrested. The victim was not injured and declined medical attention.

Robbery (Strong Arm) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Santa Monica Boulevard and La Jolla Avenue regarding a robbery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted two adult females (victim 1 and victim 2) who stated while on board a Metro bus near Santa Monica Blvd and Highland Ave, in the city of West Hollywood.  The victims were approached by an adult male (suspect), at which time the suspect attempted to take victim 1’s phone and shoes.  Victim 1 held on to her items, and the suspect began to punch Victim 1 numerous times on her upper torso.  Victim 2 attempted to intervene; the suspect then punched the victim 2 numerous times on her head.  The suspect then took victim 1’s hat and exited the bus.  The suspect fled northbound La Jolla Avenue from Santa Monica Blvd and out of view.  The victims were transported to the local hospital for further medical evaluation.  Deputies attempted to locate the suspect but met with negative results. The suspect is still outstanding.

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 unknown persons stole approximately 103 feet of copper wire from the tracks between 01/31/2025, 0000 hrs, and 02/05/2025, 1100 hrs. The Metro Supervisor was unable to provide any suspect information. The damage and repairs were estimated at $6000.00.

February 04, 2025

Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the Downtown Azuza Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service.  Upon arrival, deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who was standing on the platform when he was approached by an adult male (suspect).  Both the suspect and the victim became involved in an argument, at which time the suspect pulled out a knife.  The victim backed away from the suspect; however, the suspect lunged at the victim with the knife.  The victim ran northbound, off the platform, and out of view.  Unknown passengers flagged down deputy personnel and were able to detain the suspect.  Deputy personnel reviewed CCTV footage of the incident and arrested the suspect for the assault.

Suspicious Person on MTA Platform – Patient placed 5150 Hold

While patrolling Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station, Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies were flagged down regarding a person swinging a mallet aggressively near pedestrians. Deputies quickly devised a plan of approach and contacted an adult female (patient) on the east sidewalk of Willowbrook Avenue, north of Imperial Highway. After talking with her, Deputies got the patient to drop the mallet. Upon detaining the patient, she attempted to pull away from them; however, using a firm grip, Deputies were able to overcome her resistance and place her in handcuffs. Nobody was injured during the contact. The suspect was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation and placed on a 5150 hold.

February 01, 2025

Robbery – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Azuza Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery that had just occurred call for service.  Upon arrival, deputies contacted an adult male (victim) who told them while standing on the platform, an adult male (suspect) approached him and started a conversation with him, and without provocation, punched him in the face and stole his money from his pocket.   The suspect fled the location on a southbound train.  While the deputies were interviewing the victim, the victim saw the suspect on a northbound train.  Deputies detained the suspect, which the victim positively identified as the person who punched him in the face and stole his money. The suspect was arrested. The victim was treated on scene by Los Angeles County Fire but declined further treatment.

January 30, 2025

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – No Suspect information

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Caroline Avenue in the city of Culver City regarding a grand theft call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated unknown persons stole approximately 30 feet of copper wire cables from the tracks. The suspect(s) also cut the fence to enter the tracks, causing damage to the fence.  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 $5000.00.

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.

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January 23, 2025

Attempt Robbery – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) deputies responded to Slauson Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery that just occurred call for service.  Upon the Deputy’s arrival, they contacted an adult male (victim) who told them while standing on the platform, an adult male (suspect) approached him and, without provocation, produced a sharp metal object resembling a knife and demanded the victim’s wallet however, the victim was able to create distance from the suspect and call the Sheriff’s Department on his cellphone. 

The suspect continued to follow the victim while on the platform, but the victim was able to maintain a safe distance from the suspect until deputies arrived.  Deputies detained the suspect pending an investigation. The victim was able to identify the suspect as the person who tried to rob him at knifepoint. The suspect was arrested, the victim was not injured during the incident, and his wallet was recovered on the platform.  A pair of sharp metal shears were located on the suspect’s person.  

January 21, 2025

Arson – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) deputies responded to Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station regarding a disturbance call for service. Upon their arrival, they contacted Metro Security, who had detained an adult female (suspect) who had set some papers on fire on board the train. During the Deputy’s investigation, they determined the suspect was suffering from a mental illness and transported the suspect to a local hospital for further mental evaluation.  The suspect was also charged with arson.

January 20, 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 theft of copper wire report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that he discovered the copper wire was missing at 0900 hours. The supervisor was unable to provide a date/time when the copper wire was last seen. No suspect information was provided. The damage and repairs were estimated at $6,500.00.

Assault with a Deadly Weapon (Hands) – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) deputies responded to Willowbrook Metro Passenger Station Bus Bay regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service.  Upon their arrival, Deputies were contacted by the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD), who stated their patient, an adult male (victim), was attacked. During the Deputy’s investigation, they discovered the victim, for unknown reasons, had taken off his pants in front of several patrons at the location.  The victim was then approached by an adult male (suspect) who demanded the victim put his clothes back on.  The suspect then punched the victim twice in the head, causing the victim to lose his balance, falling and striking his head on the concrete.  Los Angeles County Fire Department responded and transported the victim to a local hospital for further treatment. The victim was reported to be in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.  The suspect was later located and arrested for the indicated charge.  Both the suspect and victim were unhoused. 

January 19, 2025

Battery on MTA Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) deputies responded to El Monte Metro Bus Terminal (Lower level) in the city of El Monte regarding an assault on a Metro Transit Bus operator call for service. Upon the Deputy’s arrival, they contacted the bus operator (victim), who stated, I was taking my break on the bus when an adult male (suspect) boarded the bus and demanded transportation to Downtown LA.  The victim told the suspect he would have to exit the bus because he was not driving the bus.

The suspect became irate and started attacking the victim.  The victim believed he saw a pocketknife in the suspect’s hand as the suspect punched him.  The suspect exited the bus and walked to the terminal platform, where Deputies detained him. The victim sustained multiple lacerations to his right hand and was treated on the scene by the responding Fire Department. The suspect was arrested.  

January 18, 2025

Battery on a Metro Employee (Contract Security Guard) – Suspect Arrested

Two Metro-contracted security officers (Victim 1 and Victim 2 (V1/V2)) were conducting train rides and observed an adult male (suspect) sleeping on the train. Upon the train stopping at Mariposa Metro Passenger Station, the security officers observed the suspect exiting the train and boarded another train. The security officers boarded the same train to document the incident and report it to law enforcement. 

While one of the security guards was taking a picture of the suspect, the suspect became upset and approached the security officer (V1) and punched him in the face twice without provocation. The security officers were able to detain the suspect, at which time the suspect turned his head and spat in the face of the second security officer, V2.  V1 complained of pain to his face but refused medical treatment.  V2 was not injured and refused medical attention.  Transit Services Bureau Deputies responded and arrested the suspect for battery on a Metro employee.

January 17, 2025

Possession with a Firearm – Suspect Arrested

While conducting a patrol check at Norwalk Metro Passenger Station, the Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputy contacted an adult male (suspect) for trespassing and riding his bicycle on a Metro platform. TSB Deputy detained the suspect. Incident to arrest, TSB Deputy searched the suspect’s backpack and located two loaded semi-automatic handguns.

Further investigation revealed the backpack, and firearms had been stolen in a vehicle burglary incident from the neighboring city, which had been reported to the local Sheriff’s Station. A search of the suspect revealed that he was in possession of a controlled substance and was arrested for the above-indicated charges.

January 16, 2025

Battery on MTA Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) deputies responded to Admiralty Way / Mindanao Way in the city of Marina Del Rey regarding an assault on a Metro Transit Bus operator call for service. While on patrol, Marina Del Ray (MDR) Deputies were flagged down at the location by the MTA bus operator (victim), who had just been assaulted on the bus. MDR Deputies contacted the TSB station, and TSB Deputies were dispatched. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the victim, who stated that an adult male (suspect) was being loud and unruly on the bus and was asked to exit.

The suspect became upset and, without provocation, punched the victim on the right side of the face. The suspect then exited the bus, and the victim followed. The operator was able to flag down a passing Sheriff’s patrol car. The suspect was detained after a short foot pursuit with Marina Del Rey deputies, and the suspect was successfully arrested without further incident. The victim refused to be transported to the Hospital.

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.

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January 16, 2025

Battery on MTA Bus Operator – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) deputies responded to Admiralty Way / Mindanao Way in the city of Marina Del Rey regarding an assault on a Metro Transit Bus operator call for service. While on patrol, Marina Del Ray (MDR) Deputies were flagged down at the location by the MTA bus operator (victim) who had just been assaulted on the bus. MDR Deputies contacted TSB station and TSB Deputies were dispatched. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the victim, who stated that an adult male (suspect) was being loud and unruly on the bus and was asked to exit. The suspect became upset and, without provocation, punched the victim on the right side of the face. The suspect then exited the bus and the victim followed. The operator was able to flag down a passing Sheriff’s patrol car. The suspect was detained after a short foot pursuit with Marina Del Rey deputies and the suspect was successfully arrested without further incident. The victim refused to be transported to the Hospital.

January 09, 2025

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Arrested

While conducting a Copper Wire Theft Operation on the Metro A Line, TSB’s South Special Assignment Unit (SAU) observed an adult male (suspect) on the tracks near the Manville Crossing. Deputies contacted and detained the suspect regarding trespassing on Metro property. During the contact the suspect was found to be in possession of large amounts of copper wire.  The suspect was 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.

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January 09, 2025

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Arrested

While conducting a Copper Wire Theft Operation on the Metro A Line, TSB’s South Special Assignment Unit (SAU) observed an adult male (suspect) on the tracks near the Manville Crossing. Deputies contacted and detained the suspect regarding trespassing on Metro property. During the contact the suspect was found to be in possession of large amounts of copper wire.  The suspect was arrested for the charge.

January 06, 2025

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Willowbrook Ave and 119th St, regarding a theft of copper wire report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that unknown suspect entered the location and stole 177 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 $9,000. The suspect is still outstanding.

January 05, 2025

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded Artesia Metro Passenger Station, regarding a see the man report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that unknown suspect entered the location and stole 300 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 $2,000. The suspect is still outstanding.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded Artesia Metro Passenger Station, regarding a see the man report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that unknown suspect entered the location and stole 800 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 $15,000. The suspect is still outstanding.

January 04, 2025

Indecent Exposure – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to APU/Citrus Metro Passenger Station regarding an Indecent Exposure call for service.  Upon the Deputy’s arrival, they contacted an female adult (victim) who stated, she had boarded an eastbound train at Lake Metro Passenger Station, when a male adult (suspect) sat in front of her, and started gripping his penis with both hands, with a smirk on his face looking directly at her.  The victim immediately became uncomfortable and exited the train at Downtown Azusa Metro Passenger Station.  The suspect did not exit the train.  The victim contacted Metro ROC regarding this incident and was advised to report this incident to LASD at APU Passenger Station. The victim contacted law enforcement and was able to positively identify the suspect, who remained on the train, in the same seating position.  The suspect was arrested.

Assault (Knife)– Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Norwalk Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call for service.  Upon the Deputy’s arrival, they contacted a male adult (victim) and another male adult (suspect). The victim stated while he was on the train with his girlfriend, he observed the suspect starring at his girlfriend. The victim and the suspect then began to argue and the argument turned physical when the suspect produced a knife and began violently attacking the victim. The suspect slashed the victim with the knife on his lower back, which produced superficial wounds. LA County Fire responded to treat the victim, but he refused to be treated and or transported to the hospital. The suspect was arrested.

January 02, 2025

Assault – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the intersection of Del Mar Blvd and Madison Ave, in the city of Pasadena, regarding an aggravated assault call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who stated that while riding on the Metro bus, she and another adult female (suspect) became involved in a verbal argument, which became physical when the suspect struck the victim on the cheek with a power drill.  The victim sustained minor scratches on her cheek.  The suspect fled the location and out of view.  Pasadena Fire Department arrived on scene and transported the victim to a local Hospital for treatment. Deputies recovered the power drill and booked it into evidence at Temple Sheriff’s Station.  Deputies, along with Pasadena Police, conducted a search for the suspect. However, they were unable to locate the suspect. The suspect is still outstanding.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded approximately 400 ft north of Willowbrook Ave and Manville St, regarding a theft of copper wire report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that unknown suspects entered the location and stole 223 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 $16,232. The suspect is still outstanding.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded approximately 50 ft north of Willowbrook Ave and 120th St, regarding a theft of copper wire report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that unknown suspects entered the location and stole 272 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 $19,676. 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.

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January 02, 2025

Assault – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to the intersection of Del Mar Blvd and Madison Ave, in the city of Pasadena, regarding an aggravated assault call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who stated that while riding on the Metro bus, she and another adult female (suspect) became involved in a verbal argument, which became physical when the suspect struck the victim on the cheek with a power drill.  The victim sustained minor scratches on her cheek.  The suspect fled the location and out of view.  Pasadena Fire Department arrived on scene and transported the victim to a local Hospital for treatment. Deputies recovered the power drill and booked it into evidence at Temple Sheriff’s Station.  Deputies, along with Pasadena Police, conducted a search for the suspect. However, they were unable to locate the suspect. The suspect is still outstanding.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded approximately 400 ft north of Willowbrook Ave and Manville St, regarding a theft of copper wire report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that unknown suspects entered the location and stole 223 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 $16,232. The suspect is still outstanding.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded approximately 50 ft north of Willowbrook Ave and 120th St, regarding a theft of copper wire report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that unknown suspects entered the location and stole 272 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 $19,676. The suspect is still outstanding.

January 01, 2025

Possession of a Knife – Suspect Arrested

While conducting security for the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl at Memorial Park Metro Passenger Station, Transit Services Bureau’s (TSB) Special Assignment Unit (SAU) conducted high visibility security checks of the platform when they noticed an adult male (suspect) wearing a tactical plate carrier with an open folding knife in plain view affixed to the plate carrier readily available. SAU Deputies detained the suspect. Upon conducting a search of the suspect, Deputies retrieved a baggie containing an off-white crystal-like substance and a drug pipe. The suspect was arrested.

Possession of a Firearm – Suspect Arrested

While conducting security for the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl at Memorial Park Metro Passenger Station, Transit Services Bureau’s (TSB) Special Assignment Unit (SAU) was contacted by Metro Security about a person with a gun on the train. SAU Deputies, along with Metro Security and Homeland Security Agents, searched the train and platform as patrons were exiting.

Metro Security updated information that the male adult (suspect) had a gun in his pocket, and the butt of the gun was showing. TSB SAU Deputies contacted the suspect at Memorial Park Metro Passenger Station and took him into custody without further incident. Upon conducting a search of the suspect, Deputies retrieved the pellet gun as well as several pellet packs from the suspect’s backpack.

December 31, 2024

Train vs. Pedestrian

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Mountain Ave, in the city of Duarte, just west of Duarte Metro Passenger Station, regarding a train vs. pedestrian call for service. Upon Deputies’ arrival, they contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that the pedestrian was walking westbound on the train tracks when he was struck by a westbound train. Los Angeles County Fire responded and transported the pedestrian to a local hospital for further evaluation. The pedestrian suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

December 30, 2024

Assault on Metro Security Officer – Subject Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Duarte Metro Passenger Station regarding an assault on an MTA security officer’s call for service.  Upon the Deputy’s arrival, they contacted the MTA security officer (victim), who stated he observed six juveniles riding their skateboards and scooters on the platform.  The victim contacted the juveniles and told them they must leave the area. As the juveniles left the platform, one juvenile (subject) retrieved rocks from the tracks and threw them at the victim.  The victim was struck on the right arm and right side of his head.  The victim was examined at the scene by Los Angeles County Fire. The victim had no visible injuries and declined transportation to the hospital.  Deputies conducted a search of the area but were unable to locate the subject. The subject is still outstanding. 

Robbery (Strong Arm) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Florence Ave/Alameda Blvd, in the city of Los Angeles, regarding a robbery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who stated while standing at the rear of the bus, she was approached by an adult female (suspect) who forcefully pulled her headphones off her head and ran off the bus.  As the suspect exited the bus, a good samaritan who observed the incident retrieved the headphones from the suspect and returned them to the victim. The suspect fled westbound on Florence Ave and out of view. The victim was not injured and declined medical treatment. The suspect is still outstanding.

December 27, 2024

Robbery (Strong Arm) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Long Beach Metro Passenger Station regarding a robbery call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted an adult female (victim) who stated that while waiting for a train, an adult male (suspect) attempted to forcefully grab her cell phone out of her hands. During the attempt, a struggle between the victim and the suspect ensued. The suspect simulated a firearm with his hand, at which point the victim feared for her life and let go of her phone. The suspect fled on foot down the stairs and out of view. The suspect is still outstanding.

Possession of a Firearm – Suspect Arrested

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Azusa Metro Passenger Station regarding a person with a gun call for service. While en route, the call was updated that an adult male (suspect) had boarded the train and was traveling towards Irwindale Metro Passenger Station. Deputies reverted their response to Irwindale Metro Passenger Station; upon arrival, deputies contacted and detained the suspect without incident upon exiting the train.  Deputies conducted a search of the suspect and located an additional replica handgun in addition to the replica rifle the suspect was carrying.  The suspect was arrested.

Grand Theft (Copper Wire) – Suspect Outstanding

Transit Services Bureau (TSB) Deputies responded to Willowbrook Ave and 124th St, regarding a theft of copper wire report call for service. Upon arrival, Deputies contacted the Metro Supervisor, who stated that unknown suspects entered the location and stole 250 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 $10,000. 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.

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