Gascón responds to speculation about gang unit
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Gascón responds to speculation about gang unit

A source within the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has voiced concern over unconfirmed reports that District Attorney George Gascón plans to disband or significantly downsize the office’s Hardcore Gang Division.   The latest speculation and criticism against…

Deputy DA speaks out against Gascón’s policies, ‘hostile’ work environment
Jon Hatami, prosecutor for the Complex Victims Unit at home. Dan Watson/The Signal

Deputy DA speaks out against Gascón’s policies, ‘hostile’ work environment

Under newly elected L.A. County District Attorney George Gascón’s policy changes, there would not have been justice in the Gabriel Fernandez case, according to Deputy District Attorney Jon Hatami, a…

Scammers targeting 2020 Census
The Los Angeles County District Attorney's office warns of scams via email regarding the 2020 Census. Courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau

Scammers targeting 2020 Census

By Claire SchlamanFor The Signal The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is warning residents that scammers are using the 2020 Census as an attempt to steal personal and financial…

Court announces closure of SCV location; DA notifies employees of possible exposure
Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.

Court announces closure of SCV location; DA notifies employees of possible exposure

Though no employee has tested positive for coronavirus, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has informed its employees that several employees have been advised by doctors of a presumptive…

Sexy Vegan takes plea in ‘bestiality’ case
Sexy Vegan, who was recently arrested on a bestiality charge, is shown here on a recent appearance on "Dr. Phil."

Sexy Vegan takes plea in ‘bestiality’ case

Newhall resident Hansel DeDeBartolo III, aka Sexy Vegan, pleaded no contest Friday to charges involving a video he posted with his dog. The 37-year-old pleaded to a misdemeanor count of…

Valencia man one of 3 honored for bravery by the DA
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office honored three people Thursday for their courage in stepping up in the face of danger and helping to keep the community safe from violent crime. Standing from left are Deputy District Attorney David Nary; Deputy District Attorney Tal Kahana; James Garrison, director, Bureau of Central Operations; and Deputy District Attorney Diane Hong. Seated from left are Courageous Citizen Award recipients Bianca Guerra, Brian Zeringue of Valencia and Latasha Gillespie. Photo courtesy of Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office

Valencia man one of 3 honored for bravery by the DA

The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office honored three “heroes” for their courage in stepping up in the face of danger to do the right thing and one of them…

Latest fraud alert warns of robocall risk
Courtesy of the Los Angeles County District Attorney

Latest fraud alert warns of robocall risk

Infographic explaining how you can prevent your phone from receiving unwanted calls. Courtesy of LA District Attorney's Office The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office issued a statement Friday warning…

DA’s Office warns of scammers involved in vehicle collisions
Officials investigate the scene of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 126 near Chiquito Canyon Road in Val Verde on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018. Nikolas Samuels/The Signal

DA’s Office warns of scammers involved in vehicle collisions

The financial fallout of a vehicle collision can spiral into becoming a victim of fraud, according to a new warning issued on Friday from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s…

New fraud alert warns of fake charity groups supporting first responders, LADA says
Firefighters search for any remaining embers after a two acre fire ignites in Canyon Country on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017. Christian Monterrosa/ The Signal

New fraud alert warns of fake charity groups supporting first responders, LADA says

The latest fraud alert is warning Los Angeles County residents of scammers masquerading as charity groups claiming to raise money for first responders, according to the L.A. County District Attorney’s Office on Friday.

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