Opportunist ghouls looting stricken Palisades residents as they try to rebuild
Residents of Palisades are facing a surge in theft as they attempt to rebuild after last year's fires. Thieves have been stealing critical building materials and tools from construction sites, taking advantage of the area's poor lighting. Local police are urging residents to enhance security measures while acknowledging the challenges in addressing the crime wave.
- ▪At least 8 thefts have occurred this month in Palisades, targeting construction tools and materials.
- ▪Residents are encouraged to install solar lights and cameras to deter thieves.
- ▪Many residents feel that the police should be doing more to prevent these crimes.
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Metro Opportunist ghouls looting stricken Palisades residents as they try to rebuild By Ross O'Keefe Published May 28, 2026, 7:39 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Heartless thieves have snatched critical building materials and copper wire from recovering Palisades residents in recent weeks, according to an LAPD email sent last week to Palisades residents. A senior lead officer in The Palisades advised residents of a surge in crime targeting building sites, urging them to take measures to suppress such thefts, in an email obtained by The California Post. At least 8 such crimes have happened this month, targeting construction tools, materials, and copper wiring from the vacant or in-construction lots, the officer, Brian Espin, said.
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