LAPD
Coverage of LAPD in the Nexus archive.
- Wild Los Angeles chase ends after dirt bike rider cuts through parks, tries to refuel mid-pursuit
A dirt bike rider engaged in a chaotic chase that led them through parks while being pursued by the LAPD. The pursuit involved weaving through areas and making unusual pit stops before ultimately ending with a dramatic arrest.
- Wild Los Angeles chase ends after dirt bike rider cuts through parks, tries to refuel mid-pursuit
A dirt bike rider engaged in a chaotic chase across Los Angeles, weaving through parks while making unusual pit stops. The pursuit involving LAPD ultimately ended with the arrest of the rider.
- Wild Los Angeles chase ends after dirt bike rider cuts through parks, tries to refuel mid-pursuit
A dirt bike rider led a chaotic pursuit through Los Angeles, weaving through parks while making unusual pit stops. The chase was conducted by LAPD and eventually concluded following a dramatic arrest.
- Wild Los Angeles chase ends after dirt bike rider cuts through parks, tries to refuel mid-pursuit
A dirt bike rider led LAPD on a chaotic chase through Los Angeles parks. The pursuit involved weaving and making unusual pit stops before concluding with an arrest. The incident details the chaotic end of the wild chase.
- LAPD officer who secretly recorded others will likely avoid jail after charges reduced
A Los Angeles police officer who secretly recorded his colleagues will likely avoid jail after charges were reduced. The recordings captured various discriminatory comments, including racist, sexist, and homophobic remarks.
- Ex-cop testifies Keffe D admitted to involvement in Tupac Shakur murder
A former LAPD detective testified that Duane Davis told investigators in 2008 he was involved in Tupac Shakur's killing. Dupree also recounted a 'proffer session' about Christopher Wallace’s shooting, where Davis denied involvement but referenced being responsible for 'the other one,' which Dupree identified as Tupac. The article details the background involving gang feuds and multiple high-profile murders.
- Chase: Possibly armed dirt bike rider leads LAPD on pursuit
A suspect riding a dirt bike is reportedly leading Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) on a pursuit. This incident occurred on Wednesday, with reports that the individual may be armed.
- Tupac murder trial faces ‘snitches get stitches’ problem but defendant's ghostwriter could be key
The cold case murder trial of Tupac Shakur centers on the statements made by defendant Duane "Keffe D" Davis in interviews and his memoir. Prosecutors intend to question Jah, the book's ghostwriter, regarding the basis of the details provided, while defense counsel Michael Sanft argues that jurors must determine the facts based on evidence, suggesting the claims may be fiction.
- LAPD bodycam video shows dramatic rescue of person pinned under car after crash
An LAPD officer used a bodycam video to document a dramatic rescue effort. The officer gathered a group of civilians to help him lift a car and successfully rescue a person who was trapped underneath the vehicle after a crash.
- Retired LAPD detective arrested for 1994 Ventura County sexual assault and robbery case
A sexual assault case involving a former LAPD detective has been reopened in Ventura County. The original incident involved allegations of robbery and sexual assault that occurred in 1994. The victim has reported waiting more than three decades for justice regarding the matter.
- 435 arrests, $12 million in OT, few lessons learned: LAPD issues report on ICE protests
The LAPD released a report detailing challenges faced during last year's response to protests and citing 435 arrests and $12 million in overtime. While the department stated that officers performed well dealing with unruly crowds, critics argued that the report failed to address injuries resulting from less-lethal weapons use and aggressive officer actions.
- 435 arrests, $12 million in OT, few lessons learned: LAPD issues report on ICE protests
The LAPD issued a report detailing challenges faced during protests related to ICE, citing 435 arrests and $12 million in overtime. While the department stated officers performed well handling unruly crowds, critics criticized the report for failing to address injuries caused by less-lethal weapons and aggressive actions by officers.
- Chabria: Protecting the blue wall of silence is not justice in LAPD whistleblower case
A critique of charging LAPD officer Daniel Flores with 16 felonies regarding his secret tapes of officers making ugly comments suggests it sends the wrong message, according to Chabria. The argument centers on protecting a 'blue wall of silence' rather than upholding justice.
- Chabria: Protecting the blue wall of silence is not justice in LAPD whistleblower case
The district attorney's charge of LAPD officer Daniel Flores with 16 felonies regarding secret tapes of officers making ugly comments is criticized as sending a wrong message. Chabria argues that protecting 'the blue wall of silence' through such charging is not justice.
- 2 federal employees followed and attacked following DTLA protest, police say
Following a protest in DTLA, federal employees were reportedly followed and struck multiple times. According to LAPD, two demonstrators were arrested after the assault on the federal employees.
- 3-year-old taken during home invasion in Van Nuys; LAPD investigating as possible parental abduction
A 3-year-old boy was taken during a home invasion in Van Nuys. The LAPD is investigating the incident as a possible parental abduction.
- LAPD searching for 3-year-old after Van Nuys home invasion
Police are searching for a 3-year-old boy who was abducted during a home invasion in Van Nuys. The incident occurred at the 7600 block of Van Nuys Boulevard near Saticoy Street on Wednesday morning.
- How Nike insiders were charged with conspiring to steal millions of dollars' worth of sneakers
Nike warehouse employees are accused of conspiring to steal millions of dollars' worth of sneakers by diverting them to a broker who supplied local stores, as part of an investigation involving LAPD detectives.
- How Nike insiders were charged with conspiring to steal millions of dollars' worth of sneakers
Nike warehouse employees were accused of conspiring to steal millions of dollars' worth of sneakers by diverting them to a broker who supplied local stores. LAPD detectives were involved in the case.
- Ex-LAPD Officer Gets Life Plus 15 Years Over $350K Bitcoin Robbery
Eric Halem, an ex-LAPD officer, was sentenced to life plus 15 years for a Bitcoin robbery. He and his crew used police vests to enter a Koreatown high-rise, where they handcuffed a 17-year-old and stole his hard drive.
- Former LAPD officer gets life sentence for kidnapping teen in $350,000 bitcoin robbery: report
Eric Halem, a former LAPD officer, was sentenced to life in prison plus 15 years for kidnapping a teenager and stealing $350,000 in bitcoin. The court ruled on the case involving a robbery that included cryptocurrency theft.
- Ex-LAPD officer gets life sentence for home invasion robbery of teen's crypto fortune
Eric Halem, a former LAPD officer, was sentenced to life in prison for a 2024 home invasion robbery in which he stole $350,000 worth of cryptocurrency from a 17-year-old. The conviction involved a violent crime targeting a teenager's digital assets.
- Creepy moment man with a dog is caught prowling Hollywood star Nia Long’s Hollywood Hills mansion
A man with a dog was caught trespassing at actress Nia Long's Hollywood Hills home, prompting a LAPD response to a burglary report. The incident occurred on Saturday night at the Outpost Drive block.
- California deputy caught in dumbest act imaginable by fraud investigators
A California deputy was caught in a fraudulent act by fraud investigators. Other law enforcement officers, including an LAPD officer and two Tustin officers, have faced similar disability fraud charges.
- LAPD officer who recorded colleagues' racist comments to be charged with felony eavesdropping
An LAPD officer is expected to face felony eavesdropping charges for secretly recording colleagues' racist, sexist, and homophobic remarks on the job. Los Angeles County prosecutors announced the anticipated legal action against the officer.
- Pursuit of human trafficking suspect ends in crash on Los Angeles freeway
A pursuit of a human trafficking suspect on the 105 Freeway in South Los Angeles ended in a crash that tipped the vehicle on its side. The LAPD reported the chase began at 3:40 p.m. and lasted approximately 30 seconds before the collision.
- LAPD looking for man accused of sexually assaulting woman in Valley Village after leaving gym
LAPD is seeking a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Valley Village after she left a gym. Police are requesting public assistance to identify the suspect in the ongoing investigation.
- 1 dead after double stabbing in Koreatown, LAPD says; search underway for 3 suspects
One person was killed and another injured in a double stabbing in Koreatown on Thursday morning. The LAPD is investigating and searching for three suspects.
- LAPD fatally shoots man swinging bat at cars near freeway onramp, officials say
A man with a bat was fatally shot by police in Los Angeles' Harvard Heights neighborhood near a freeway onramp on Wednesday evening.
- He played an iconic cop on TV. Did Robert Blake get away with murder?
Robert Blake, known for playing an iconic cop on TV, was charged 11 months after his wife's murder. Authorities cited his desire to gain custody of his daughter from a woman he found abhorrent as the motive.
- The LAPD has quietly stopped putting many public records online
The LAPD has stopped making many public records available online, according to a UCLA professor who noted that records began disappearing from a Los Angeles city website in April. The professor described the department as a 'black hole of information' due to the lack of accessible data.
- LAPD detectives say some women cited in South Bay massage parlor sting may be trafficking victims
LAPD detectives are investigating a South Bay massage parlor sting, suggesting some cited women may be victims of human trafficking. Police warn that prostitution can occur in private settings within spas and massage parlors, potentially involving trafficking victims.
- Multiple people injured in collision involving Waymo near downtown Los Angeles
Multiple people were injured in a collision involving Waymo near downtown Los Angeles. Waymo stated its vehicle is not at fault, and LAPD confirmed an ongoing investigation.
- Multiple people injured in collision involving Waymo near downtown Los Angeles
Multiple people were injured in a collision involving Waymo near downtown Los Angeles. Waymo stated its vehicle is not at fault, and LAPD confirmed an ongoing investigation into the incident.
- LAPD’s top cop reveals staggering extent of police shortage
LAPD’s top cop highlights a significant police shortage, stating the department needs 12,500 officers for optimal coverage but is far from reaching that number.
- D4vd murder case: Detective testifies singer's phone contained sexually graphic photos of teen, messages about abortion
An LAPD detective testified that singer D4vd's phone contained sexually explicit photos of a teen girl he is accused of killing. The testimony included details about messages related to abortion.
- D4vd murder case: Detective testifies singer's phone contained sexually graphic photos of teen, messages about abortion
An LAPD detective testified that singer D4vd's phone contained sexually explicit photos of the teen girl he is accused of killing. The phone also had messages about abortion.
- LAPD chief describes how police have been using drones as first responders
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell discussed the use of drones as first responders in a pilot program launched nearly a year ago. The initiative involves integrating drones into emergency response protocols.
- Text messages shine light on illicit relationship between D4vd and murdered teen
Prosecutors presented text messages revealing an illicit sexual relationship between musician D4vd (David Burke) and 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who was later murdered and dismembered. Their communications included discussions of sexual activity, contraception, abortions, and plans to marry, despite the illegal nature of their relationship. Burke, 18, has pleaded not guilty to charges related to Hernandez's death, with her dismembered body found in his Tesla.
- D4vd murder case: Detective says singer's phone had sexual photos of teen, talk of abortion
An LAPD detective testified that David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, allegedly sexually abused a teenage girl for years through text messages and phone calls before she was allegedly killed in April 2025. The evidence included sexual photos of the teen and discussions about abortion.