A specialized police task force is being created to boost security in downtown Los Angeles after a street takeover last Sunday that caused injuries and damaged apartment complexes.
On Tuesday, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said 53 officers will be patrolling the area based on need and real-time crime intelligence information…
“Footbeat officers will be deployed in the 7th and Figueroa area to deter loitering and maintain a constant police presence,” he said. “The location remains a permanent mission area for the department, ensuring sustained focus and rapid response capability.”
Mayor Karen Bass denounced Sunday night’s takeover near Crypto.com Arena and LA Live, adding that the police task force's mission will be to arrest those who disrupt the downtown community.
“Those who live here, who walk their dogs, who push strollers, and come here to eat and watch a game have to feel as though they are safe and can come here, visit here, and live here,” she said.
City leaders say that while downtown is one percent of the city’s total area, it generates 30% of city revenues from businesses, and the key to continuing that pattern is to ensure public safety.
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