Three conventional fuel vehicles on the top rack of an auto hauler caught fire (unknown source of ignition). The bulk of the fire was knocked down quickly by the 12 firefighters on scene.

The Forrest Lawn off ramp was closed for an unknown period of time due to the now disable big rig blocking lanes. The California Highway Patrol was on scene directing traffic, but there were long delays on the EB 134 freeway. There were no reports of any injuries. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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The incident involved a two vehicle collision with one person trapped in car which was on fire. The patient was beyond medical help and determined deceased on scene. The name and age of the victim has not been disclosed to the public.

One additional patient (from vehicle not involved in fire) is being evaluated. This will be an extended CHP operation for the investigation and drivers are advised to seek alternate routes.

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The LAPD reported on July 5, 2025, around 2:32 a.m., patrol officers from LAPD’s Northeast Division responded to a radio call of a possible stabbing near the 3200 block of Riverside Drive.

Upon arrival on the scene, officers discovered Ware suffering from a stab wound. Paramedics with the Los Angeles Fire Department responded and, despite life-saving medical efforts, Ware died from injuries sustained and was pronounced dead at the scene.

After gathering witness statements, officers detained Royce Rainey, 36, while conducting a search of the nearby area.

Central Bureau Homicide detectives responded and assumed investigative responsibility and discovered Rainey and Ware were involved in a dispute that escalated into a physical altercation, that resulted in Ware being stabbed.

Rainey was placed under arrest for 187 PC – Murder. His booking number is 7047190, and he is being held without bail.

Anyone with details on the incident is asked to call Detective Abundis or Detective Pintado, Los Angeles Police Department, Central Bureau Homicide, at 213-996-4104. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247).

Anyone that wants to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may download the “P3 Tips” mobile application and select the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.

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The incident was reported at 5:30 p.m. where LAFD Air and Ground Response with L.A. Park Rangers to an ill adult male hiker on a remote section of the Wonder View Trail east of the Wisdom Tree in Griffith Park.

An LAFD Rescue Helicopter was lowered to a Flight Paramedic to medically assess and stabilize the patient. They were later hoisted along with the LAFD Flight Paramedic into the hovering helicopter for continuing in-flight care during direct air transport to an area hospital. No additional details about the incident have been disclosed to the public.

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LAFD Ground and Air Response with Los Angeles City Park Rangers to an adult male hiker who reportedly sustained a snake bite while on a remote section of the Toyon Trail in Griffith Park.

The patient was transported in fair condition by Park Rangers to the nearby Toyon Helispot, where the patient is being transferred to the LAFD helicopter, which has landed.

The LAFD Flight Paramedics will provide in-flight care during direct transport to an area hospital stocked with antivenom, that is awaiting their arrival. No details on the type of snake that bit the hiker has been disclosed to the public.

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According to reports, the incident occurred between the evening of Saturday, March 15, and the morning of March 19.

The suspect(s) broke into the Nike Missile Site magazine in the Marin Headlands causing extensive damage. NPS personnel found hate speech spray-painted and spilled gallons of toxic chemicals throughout the building.

The perpetrator(s) may have sustained chemical burns that required medical attention.
What is unique about the Nike Missile site is that it is almost fully restored. The U.S. Army built and operated approximately 300 Nike Missile sites during the Cold War (1953-1979).

The following information came directly from the National Park Service:

“These sites were designed to be the last line of defense against H-Bomb carrying Soviet bombers that had eluded the Air Force’s interceptor jet aircraft. SF-88 in the Marin Headlands was one such site.

Today, Golden Gate National Recreation Area works together with a dedicated group of volunteers to preserve the site to remind visitors of the physical and psychological effects of the Cold War on the American landscape.”

Anyone with information on individuals who may have visited the Nike Missile historical site anytime between March 15-19 are encouraged to contact the National Park Service.

CALL the NPS-wide Tip Line: 888-653-0009
ONLINE form: go.nps.gov/SubmitATip
EMAIL: nps_isb@nps.gov
EMERGENCY dial: 9-1-1

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The incident was reported at 10:13 a.m. at 4730 Crystal Springs Drive. Firefighters on the ground and in the air coordinated efforts to locate and assess a hiker, a 44-year-old female, with an isolated ankle injury in Griffith Park.

Due to the hiker’s remote location, helicopter personnel are initiating a hoist operation and air transport to a local hospital. No additional details about the incident have been disclosed to the public.

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By 1:33 p.m. the LAFD reported that 1/4 acre medium brush burning on a slope below Griffith Observatory was fully extinguished in 31 minutes. All threatened structures were successfully defended and undamaged. No additional details about the brush fire or the cause have been disclosed to the public.

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The LAFD ground resources were on-scene of a small fire approximate 20’x50′ patch of vegetation located west of the Greek Theatre. The fire was held in check by hose lines LA City Park Rangers deployed prior to LAFD arrival.

Two LAFD engine companies remained on-scene to extinguish any hot spots that remain. There were no reported injuries during the incident. No additional details about the blaze have been disclosed to the public.

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“Due to the very steep terrain, it will be an extended operation getting lines in place to cut around the burn area for the mop up of any remaining hot spots. No injuries [were] reported and no structures [were] threatened or damaged. No further details,” the LAFD reported.

Californians struggle daily with water rationing. Residents report only being able to water two times weekly leaving the ground dry, and the foliage at risk of catching fire.

On July 8, Governor Gavin Newsom proposed a new policy that was approved by the California State Water Resources Control Board. The implementation of the new policy is set to take effect in January 2025.

“Making Conservation a California Way of Life,” is the name of the new policy that will require the state’s urban water suppliers to reduce the amount of water they provide to customers over the next 15 years or face daily fines that could accumulate to as much as $10,000 daily.

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The LAFD reported at 4:29 a.m. that through the use of both air and ground attack, firefighters knocked down the fire with no injuries reported and no structures damaged. There were crews that stayed on the scene conducting mop up operations into the morning.

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She is a 15-year-old Black female, who was last seen on November 12, at 4 p.m., on the 11000 block of Western Avenue, in the unincorporated area of Los Angeles.

Mosley is 5 feet and 7 inches tall. She weighs 155 pounds and has black hair, and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black shirt, black jacket, black pants and a blue backpack with a gray bow. Mosley suffers from a mental health disorder. Her possible destinations are near the Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles or Burbank. Her family is concerned for her well-being.

Anyone with details about Saah Mosely’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Missing Persons Unit, attention Detective A. Partida at (323) 890-5500.

To provide information anonymously call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

The LASD indicated at 11:45 a.m. on November 13 that Sarah Mosley was found safe. No details on her current condition or where she was located has been disclosed to the public.

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The LAFD Rescue Helicopter hoisted the patient and directly transported to a local hospital by air. No additional details about the incident were reported to the public.

A hiker was also rescued by officials on Saturday, October 5 in Hollywood Hills. That incident was reported at 12:31 p.m. at 3824 Mt Lee Dr. A female, approximately 45-years-old sustained a lower extremity injury in a remote area near the Hollywood sign.

Paramedics located her and provided treatment on the ground prior to preparing her for a hoist. The LAFD Rescue Helicopter performed the hoist operation to bring her out of the remote area and is transported her to a local hospital in fair condition.

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Park Rangers located the hiker down approximately 75 feet from the ridge. The hiker was uninjured but stuck in a precarious location.

Park Rangers deployed a rope rescue system and lowered a rescuer to secure the patient. As firefighters met them on scene, they were conducting a raising operation to rescue the individual. The patient was safely brought topside and evaluated to ensure no injuries. No additional details about the incident was disclosed to the public.

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Overnight, LAFD crews responded to reports of a rubbish fire near Griffith Park & Southern Railroad. Firefighters on scene reported a covered storage and maintenance area fully involved upon their arrival, with 30-foot flame lengths extending into nearby trees.

It was difficult in the beginning for officials to access the region, but crews were able to force entry and extinguish the blaze in just over an hour.

The loss of the involved structure(s) and any storage therein appeared to be complete. There were no injuries reported. The cause of the fire is under active investigation. Those with media inquiries can contact Griffith Park Rangers, (323) 644-6661.

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At 3:44 a.m., forward progress on the fire in Griffith Park was stopped at approximately two acres. Crews will continue to work on steep terrain to monitor hot spots and get all of the burned area appropriately bounded by fuel breaks, which involves clearing brush down to mineral soil.

The cause of this fire is under investigation, there were no injuries reported. No structures were impacted as a result of the blaze.

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Initial companies report a 15 foot x 15 foot area of brush burning near Griffith Observatory. By 10:16 p.m., officials contained the fire burning near the Griffith Observatory by LAFD air and ground crews.

They were assisted by Griffith Park rangers, without any significant spread beyond the initial 15 foot x 15 foot area. No structures were threatened and there were no injuries reported during the incident. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

The Griffith Observatory is owned and operated as a public service by the City of Los Angeles, Department of Recreation and Parks. In 2020, the Griffith Observatory celebrated its 85th anniversary. The inspiration of the establishment came from Griffith J. Griffith.

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