The CCPD announced this week that they had arrested four juveniles on suspicion of carjacking.
On Thursday, March 27, just after 5 p.m., police received a radio call informing them of an attempted carjacking at the 6100 block of Sepulveda Boulevard.
“Officers were on scene quickly and learned that four males had approached the victim and attempted to take his vehicle,” a statement posted on social media reads. “One of the suspects had removed a firearm from their waistband and demanded the victim’s vehicle keys while the other three suspects surrounded the victim. The victim told the suspect that the vehicle didn’t belong to him and all four suspects then ran southbound on Sepulveda Boulevard.”
CCPD Officers canvassed the area, but one of the suspects spotted the police vehicles and ran towards the SR90-freeway overpass, towards Hannum Avenue.
“As the suspect ran, he continued to reach towards his waistband,” they said. “Officers caught up quickly and placed the suspect under arrest. At the same time, two additional suspects were detained nearby and were taken into custody without further incident. Shortly after, the last outstanding suspect, was located and placed under arrest. A search was conducted and the firearm believed to be used in the crime was located. The firearm was loaded with a chambered round.”
Police said that all four suspects were juveniles.
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On Friday, March 28, the Culver City Police Department, with Chief Jason Simms, released a statement to say that a significant milestone had been achieved for emergency preparedness in the City through the implementation of the Hi-Lo Audible Warning System (Hi-Lo).
“This effort emphasizes the importance of a unified approach to emergency evacuations, ensuring our communities receive timely notifications when they need them most,” Simms’ statement reads. “The Hi-Lo is designed to cut through the noise of daily life, grabbing the attention of residents with its distinct and easily recognizable audible warning. The sound consists of a high-pitched tone followed by a low-pitched tone, which will be activated by patrol vehicles when navigating impacted evacuation areas. When you hear Hi-Lo, it signifies immediate action is required — it is time to go. This system will be exclusively employed for evacuation purposes during critical emergencies, such as wildfires, earthquakes, floods, and other urgent situations.”
Culver City’s Mayor Dan O’Brien shared, “The Hi-Lo Audible Warning System is a valuable addition to the tools available to our first responders to enhance safety in emergencies. By implementing this system, we reinforce our commitment to a proactive approach to protecting our community.”
This initiative is the result of the collaborative efforts of the Culver City Police Department, the Culver City Fire Department, and Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Christine Parra.
“Working collaboratively, all have worked diligently to integrate this system seamlessly into our emergency response protocols,” the statement reads. “Our commitment is to protect residents and provide educational resources on how to respond when the Hi-Lo Warning System is activated.”
“As your Police Chief, my foremost priority is the safety of our community,” said Chief Jason Sims. “Implementing the Hi-Lo Audible Warning System is just one of many steps we are taking to enhance our emergency preparedness. We will continue to assess and innovate our methods to keep Culver City safe and ready for any emergencies we may face together.”
Culver City Fire Chief Ken Powell said, “This system enhances the ability to communicate critical information quickly and effectively. The Hi-Lo Audible Warning System will serve as a crucial resource during evacuations, helping to ensure that our residents take the necessary actions to protect themselves and their families.”
Visit culvercitypd.org to find out more, and to create household and workplace emergency plans.
“It is especially important to ensure that loved ones with disabilities or mobility challenges are enrolled in Culver City Community Connect,” they say. “To stay informed, you can also sign up for emergency alerts by texting ‘CCPD’ to 888-777. Remember, when you hear the Hi-Lo, it is time to go. Together, let’s ensure that Culver City remains a safe and resilient community for everyone.”
For questions or media inquiries, please contact Culver City Police Department Public Information Officer Jennifer Atenza at (310) 253- 6120 or email jennifer.atenza@culvercity.org.