RSSPolice shootings have been making headlines across the country lately, but here in Southern California, police shootings are sometimes obscured by more high-profile news. Still, recently in Long Beach, police admitted they took aim at the dog of a sexual assault suspect, wounding the pit bull in the process of trying to track down their suspect.
Sex Crimes
Middle School Worker Arrested for Lewd Acts in Hesperia
Men and women who work with children and teenagers can sometimes face the unthinkable: an accusation of abuse from one of their young charges. When this happens, the worker’s personal relationships and professional future can be placed in severe jeopardy. If convicted, an educator could be placed on the sex offender registry and be limited in where he or she can live and work.
Former NFL Player Accused of Drugging and Assaulting Multiple Women in Los Angeles
In Los Angeles, residents have become almost accustomed to hearing about former athletes or celebrities accused of various crimes, from shoplifting to homicide. The most recent famous figure to be accused of a crime is former NFL safety Darren Sharper, who is facing allegations of drugging and sexually assaulting two women he met in Los Angeles.
Covina Resident, 18, Charged with Sexual Assaults of Five Women
When purported crimes take place in the dark of night, it can be extremely difficult to rely on witness or victim accounts. Knowing what a suspect looks like is essential for police work as well – even in cases where there is ample physical evidence, authorities must first know where to look and who is a possible match for such evidence.
Once Considered Los Angeles Offenders, Some Crime Victims May Soon Have Records Cleared
Los Angeles residents are accustomed to hearing about all sorts of crimes, from white-collar schemes to drive-by shootings. Still, the crime of human trafficking has only recently entered the realm of widespread public awareness. The California State Assembly addressed the topic recently when it approved a measure to clear the prostitution records of human trafficking victims.