Nathan J. District Attorney Los Angeles County. Click to View. Hochman announced today that felony charges have been filed against three individuals who allegedly engaged in human sex trafficking and pandering of multiple victims. This is completely unacceptable and must be stopped. The victims are some of the most vulnerable, defenseless individuals in our community, often just kids, and they need our protection and the prosecution of their tormentors.
Please know if you are engaged in these despicable acts, we will come after you, arrest you, prosecute you, and see that you spend years behind bars. Read the release. Read more The partnership focuses on raising awareness, prosecuting fraud, and equipping survivors with tools to navigate recovery safely.
My Department is committed to guiding you with resources to make informed decisions and avoid scams. I would like to thank Commissioner Ricardo Lara for his partnership in standing up for LA County fire victims during this ongoing disaster and as we prepare for recovery. Insurance fraud will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Read the news release. Nine people are facing felony charges in connection to residential burglaries in the cities of Pacific Palisades and Altadena, and a separate defendant has been charged with arson for intentionally starting a fire in the city of Azusa.
Read the news release Read more DA Hochman discussed the ongoing criminal activity by those who are preying on vulnerable victims of the fires. He sent a clear message that those who engage in arson, violate law enforcement curfews, loot and steal property from evacuation zones, fly illegal drones, and scam our residents will be prosecuted and maximally punished.
DA Hochman addressed the criminal activity, including looting, that is being carried out by individuals preying on vulnerable victims throughout the county during this devastating time. His clear message to criminals who are taking advantage of our community: You will be arrested.
