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The Chimes

Man threatened woman with knife at Rosebeach Apartments, LASD says

Man threatened woman with knife at Rosebeach Apartments, LASD says
The Rosebeach Apartments are only five minutes from campus and are home to some Biola commuters.
Brittany Ung and Pierce Singgih September 30, 2019

This story was updated on Oct. 1, 12:11 a.m. with new information from LASD.  On Monday at 6:42 p.m., the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department received a 911 call that a male suspect threatened to stab a woman at the Rosebeach Apartments in La Mirada. According to the LASD, by the time deputies...

Campus Safety, LASD release man suspected of attempting to bring gun onto campus

Los Angeles Sheriff's Department personnel examine evidence after arresting a man suspected of bringing a gun onto campus on Nov. 20, 2018.

UPDATE NOV. 20, 9:30 P.M.: This article was updated with information concerning the individual’s name, age and release from law enforcement custody. A man was arrested by Campus Safety and the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department near the La Mirada Boulevard entrance Tuesday night. Ben Coffman was...

Campus Safety arrests bike theft suspect

Two officers arrest a man on a campus safety vehicle
The suspect possessed knives, burglary tools and a bike believed to be stolen from off-campus.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 9, 2018

Updated: 4:30 p.m., Nov. 9. Campus Safety officers arrested a man suspected of bike theft in front of Chase Gym this Friday, Nov. 9, at about 12 p.m. The man had been spotted some bike racks on campus last week. Officers made contact with the man and banned him from campus. He returned this week,...

Norwalk sheriff’s station faces increasing mental illness reports

Capt. James Tatreau of the Norwalk patrol station helps coordinate deputies who respond to calls involving individuals who may have a mental illness.  His department, like many others, has seen a significant increase in mental illness reports.
LASD looks at adding more mental health professionals to assist with de-escalation.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief October 15, 2018

This is part one of a three-part series on mental health. Part two will be published online on Oct. 15. Part three will be published in print on Thursday, Oct. 18 and will go online in the days following. On the afternoon of Sept. 25, Los Angeles Sheriff's Department officers received a report of...

Crime Log — Oct. 31 – Nov. 7

Crime Log — Oct. 31 - Nov. 7
Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace make up this week's crime log.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief November 8, 2017
Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace make up this week's crime log.

Crime Log: July 5 — Aug. 31

Crime Log: July 5 — Aug. 31
Trespassing, petty theft and disturbing the piece made its way through campus from July to August.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief September 7, 2017
Trespassing, petty theft and disturbing the piece made its way through campus from July to August.

Crime Log ― May 8-15

Crime Log ― May 8-15
A hit and run and disturbing the peace make up this week's crime log.
Jana Eller and Christian Leonard May 16, 2017
A hit and run and disturbing the peace make up this week's crime log.

Punctured bicycle tire explodes

Melissa Hedrick/THE CHIMES
No injuries reported in minor burst next to student mailboxes.
Jana Eller, Office Manager May 11, 2017
No injuries reported in minor burst next to student mailboxes.

Crime Log ― May 1-May 7

Crime Log ― May 1-May 7
Vandalism, drug paraphernalia, hit and run and trespassing make up this week's crime log.
Jana Eller, Office Manager May 9, 2017
Vandalism, drug paraphernalia, hit and run and trespassing make up this week's crime log.

Crime Log ― March 13-20

Crime Log ― March 13-20
Sexual assault and attempted burglary make up this week's Crime Log.
Jana Eller, Office Manager March 21, 2017
Sexual assault and attempted burglary make up this week's Crime Log.

Crime Log ― March 3-12

Crime Log ― March 3-12
Theft, vandalism and disturbing the peace makes up this week's crime log.
Jana Eller, Office Manager March 14, 2017
Theft, vandalism and disturbing the peace makes up this week's crime log.

Crime Log ― February 20-26

Crime Log ― February 20-26
Grand Theft, Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace
Jana Eller, Office Manager February 28, 2017
Grand Theft, Petty Theft and Disturbing the Peace