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Minneapolis neighborhood sought comfort from a mentor as they peered down their balconies at two bloodied men on the concrete below “Why is this happening?” a 12-year-old boy asked after sharing graphic videos of the homicide scene That Aug. 31 shooting on the 2900 block of Grand Avenue S killed a 27-year-old Ethiopian immigrant and seriously wounded his brother Kadar Jibril trekked to America last year in search of a better life — only to be gunned down while walking home from the barbershop three blocks from the café where he worked a diverse South Side enclave home to some of the city’s most vibrant cultural corridors has weathered historic levels of violence this year It now leads all other Minneapolis neighborhoods in total gunshot victims with 27 supplanting those in both the North Side and neighboring Phillips community that typically record the most shootings Eight shootings have proved fatal this year That’s a significant jump from just one homicide in 2019 Although the number of gunshot victims has steadily increased in Whittier over the past five years neighbors are confounded about what’s driving the change some residents have barred their children from playing outside alone after dusk and fear them walking even short distances to school “They don’t have the freedom of a kid in the suburbs,” said Mohamed Jama a teen mentorship program based out of Karmel Mall off Lake Street Jama has peppered city officials with requests for additional street lighting surveillance cameras and police patrols in south Whittier between 26th and W which has become a major hot spot for gun violence and robberies Jama took matters into his own hands by organizing Saturday outreach walks where teens and community members volunteer to clean up garbage and used needles scattered along the street The group is also seeking de-escalation training so they can help police the area themselves in the absence of a robust law enforcement presence from the Minneapolis Police Department “It’s outrageous how much we’ve been neglected,” Jama said noting that neighboring LynLake feels like a “completely different world” with its functioning street lights walkable neighborhood located 1 mile south of downtown best known for its bustling commercial districts including the restaurant-dotted stretch of Nicollet Avenue dubbed “Eat Street.” This multicultural community – bordered by Franklin Avenue and Lake Street – has long appealed to renters and foreign-born residents and is among the largest Minneapolis neighborhoods by population public safety concerns here were limited to nuisance and property crimes rather than gun violence even as North Side communities – which have long been plagued with the city’s highest rates of gunfire – experienced an extended reprieve and the city’s overall trends have flattened At least seven homicide victims this year have been Black or Somali residents “It’s more dangerous now than it ever was before,” said Kevin King founder of Advanced Security and Protection a small security firm serving south Minneapolis businesses King relocated from north Minneapolis to the South Side seven years ago seeking to escape the constant pops of gunfire From his regular post at Eat Street Crossing King can hear volleys of ammunition after dark and subsequent chatter on the police scanner “I’m at the point where I think the North Side is safer,” he said said he has spent an estimated $100,000 in the past month updating surveillance cameras and security equipment inside the massive complex of East African shops and restaurants But even when his 24/7 security detail catches someone in the midst of illegal activity it takes a long time for the depleted police force to respond when an unknown gunman blasted at least 22 rounds toward an apartment building he owns on Pleasant Avenue S. One bullet pierced the living room wall of a third-floor tenant while her 12-year-old daughter was watching TV Officers from the Fifth Precinct arrived minutes after the first 911 call but claimed not to find any evidence of a shooting A squad returned several hours later to collect the discharged shell casings are stuck in the middle with a lack of services and police protection.” blame the area’s growing homeless population for contributing to the uptick in crime — and castigate city leaders for failing to address the issue Minneapolis police analysts estimate that 22% of all shootings in the neighboring Third Precinct this year have occurred within 500 feet of an encampment “There’s no reason to suspect that it would be different on the other side of [Interstate 35W],” Police Chief Brian O’Hara said in an interview Police are also tracking an increase in activity of youth cliques whose members frequently flash weapons in social media videos filmed in and around Karmel Mall “There are definitely kids from outside towns that are coming in and causing problems down there,” O’Hara said adding that some teens specifically target immigrants who “they think are more likely to have cash on them and less likely to call cops.” Minneapolis has recorded about 130 more strong-arm robberies involving threats or force with a quarter of that increase occurring in Whittier inciting fears about remaining on the street after dark Ukasha Dakane often weighs the risk of staying late at his Karmel Mall office Tenants generally feel safe inside the complex where security officers constantly patrol the grounds you don’t know what your fate will be,” said Dakane founder of the Fortune Relief and Youth Empowerment Organization (FRAYEO) a local nonprofit that caters to the East African community was robbed of her jewelry and $400 in cash by two young men while walking home on Nicollet Avenue The situation became so common earlier this summer that business owners organized walking groups so women wouldn’t have to travel alone Those who are targeted often don’t bother filing a formal police report because of the perception no one will ever be held accountable Victims are given a case number and frequently receive no follow-up from authorities O’Hara acknowledged that understaffing remains a chronic issue at MPD but urged residents to report such crimes so they can better track the problem The department launched a “South Side React” team earlier this year to proactively address rising crime and has seen some success with its new robbery protocol which redeploys resources and pauses all other service calls to thwart robbery sprees in a specific area “I don’t feel safe in my own frickin’ neighborhood,” said Chris Sonnesyn, 59, a longtime Whittier resident who was assaulted in July. When Sonnesyn, an independent contractor, discovered that a homeless man had broken into a client’s apartment and caused $500 in damage, he offered the man a job rather than calling police. To Sonnesyn’s surprise, the man showed up for work the next day and spent several hours mowing lawns. But as Sonnesyn went to the garage to grab him a soda, the man pulled a rope from his backpack and attempted to strangle Sonnesyn. “I was fighting for my life,” he recalled from his front porch, just a few hundred yards from where the latest homicide occurred. He showed a photo of his neck, circled by a bright red burn mark, he provided to police. Many are devoted to turning the situation around. Lydia Marie Moses founded a street outreach business in 2011 as a way to give back. She roves the Whittier neighborhood in a black BMW, frequently stopping to speak with the city’s most vulnerable residents as part of 1Love 1Mission Humanitarian Movement. ”What’s going on, my man?” she called to an older gentleman hunched on a nearby bench, wearing socks but no shoes. “You need some water?” The 60-year-old jumped from her vehicle and popped the trunk, ambling over to pass the man a Solo cup of water and a powdered doughnut. ”You are important and you are loved,” she hollered out the window before heading to an encampment on Stevens Avenue between 29th and Lake Street. Moses – sometimes called “Commander” – greets the unhoused population warmly, doling out ice for their coolers and snacks from a bag of pastries. She ushers people out of the street, worried that passing motorists might hit them, and offers resources for those seeking drug treatment or more permanent housing. It pains her to see her community suffer; she holds out hope for a long-term solution to the crisis. ”Everyone is afraid to come to Minneapolis anymore,” she said. “It pisses me off. This is a great city – that’s why I get in the mud.” Liz Sawyer  covers Minneapolis crime and policing at the Star Tribune. Since joining the newspaper in 2014, she has reported extensively on Minnesota law enforcement, state prisons and the youth justice system.  Jeff Hargarten is a Minnesota Star Tribune journalist at the intersection of data analysis, reporting, coding and design. Minneapolis Doğukan Günaydin was arrested March 27 by plainclothes officers from the U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minneapolis James Duane Ortley made his first appearance on four counts of second-degree murder and remains jailed on $2 million bail Three men were charged in a separate slaying that took place four blocks away several hours later The most severely injured person in the back-to-back incidents died two days later This work, Update, tour give Corps’ South Pacific Division better picture of Whittier Narrows Dam Safety Modification Project, by Stephen Baack, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright Welcome Mickeymickey@disney.comManage MyDisney AccountLog OutLA County sheriff's deputy shoots wounds suspect while serving search warrant in South WhittierWednesday 2021A deputy shot and wounded a suspect Wednesday morning while serving a search in South Whittier (KABC) -- A deputy shot and wounded a suspect Wednesday morning while serving a search in South Whittier according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department The wounded man was transported to a hospital in unknown condition the Sheriff's Department said in a statement The circumstances that led to the shooting were not immediately disclosed News video from AIR7 HD showed an armored vehicle at the scene A section of Shoemaker Avenue was closed as authorities conducted an investigation Anyone with information about the shooting was urged to call the sheriff's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500 Non-profit developer Linc Housing Corp. has broken ground on a more than $15-million project in the unincorporated community of South Whittier Groundbreaking for The NookLinc Housing Rents at the property will be set at $587 per month, according to a 2020 staff report to the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee.  The apartments will be reserved for transition-age youth “Homelessness can be devastating to a young person's future,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn in a news release “Too many students are forced to choose between paying rent and staying in college We are turning this old County Library site in South Whittier into affordable homes for young people so they can focus on building the type of life they want for themselves.” VTBS Architects designed the contemporary low-rise building and on-site supportive services provided by Jovenes 14433 Leffingwell RoadGoogle Maps an allocation from Los Angeles County's No Place Like Home program is on pace to complete The Nook in mid-2022 the apartments will be filled through referrals from Los Angeles County coordinated entry system Looking for affordable housing? Visit lahousing.lacity.org/aahr Click here for additional affordable housing resources In the unincorporated community of South Whittier, Linc Housing has completed construction of The Nook, a new supportive housing development serving transition age youth at 14433 Leffingwell Road located on the former site of the South Whittier Library consists of a three-story building featuring 26 one-bedroom apartments - reserved for residents between the ages of 18 and 24 - and one two-bedroom manager's unit On-site services are being provided by Jovenes I set out to find pieces of vacant County property that we could transform into housing,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn in a news release “This site used to be the South Whittier Library but stood vacant after we opened the beautiful new library nearby on Colima road the County has taken this site and turned it into 26 apartments for young people who really need them.” As of the project's official ribbon cutting more than half of the 26 units are now occupied The Nook is one of only a handful of new housing developments in Los Angeles County which cater to transition age youth there were 4,600 young adults who are currently unhoused in Los Angeles County COVID-19 Resources. 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Monte Vista Elementary School is South Whittier’s only elementary school to incorporate instructional and learning strategies at the core of one of the country’s foremost college readiness programs SOUTH WHITTIER – South Whittier’s Monte Vista Elementary School is setting the foundation for student achievement as the District’s only elementary school to incorporate instructional and learning strategies at the core of one of the country’s foremost college readiness programs – AVID. This is the second year Monte Vista a fourth- through sixth-grade elementary school has been using strategies developed by the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program including notetaking and academic organizational skills to promote a college-ready culture. “AVID has reinvigorated our teachers who are learning new ways to instruct and provided students the necessary skills to continue to grow and learn,” Principal Andrea Larios said “When students move on to Graves Middle School they are foundationally stronger because they are familiar with the program’s expectations but they go on to be mentors for other students and teach the strategies that made them successful.” More than half of Monte Vista teachers are trained in AVID strategies which are designed to help students improve their critical thinking skills and learn time management organization and goal-setting as they prepare for the rigors of higher education. “With students who struggle the most it is often a case of disorganization – not being able to find paper or a pencil for example,” said sixth-grade teacher Olegario Acosta “With the organization and structure that AVID provides students are able to build a plan for the week to help them stay on track It is a great feeling for the students when they can find everything they need and know what’s happening in class.” Teachers regularly use instructional techniques that promote inquiry critical thinking and in-class discussions gain a thorough understanding of assignments homework and projects. As part of notetaking an organizational tool that is checked weekly. Administrators hope to incorporate the program at Los Altos Elementary School a TK-3 campus that is adjacent to Monte Vista Plans also include having sixth-graders serve as mentors to the younger learners. “By incorporating AVID at the elementary level we are setting the foundation for our students’ success in middle school high school and higher education,” Superintendent Gail Baxter said “Our educators are constantly finding ways to improve the quality of education we offer and we are excited to continue incorporating programs that result in increased academic excellence for all students.” Copyright © 2023 The Downey Patriot Newspaper This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Pet Wants Whittier is a mobile business that offers free 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After a lifetime of having pets and a long career owning his own business Bruce LaMarche is pleased to announce he's combining his passions to launch a new pet food and supplies company – Pet Wants Whittier Pet Wants is about more than selling high-quality products – it’s about helping people understand the pet food industry and making that decision as convenient as possible with free "Years ago a veterinarian friend talked to me about animal nutrition and what is – and what's not – in most pet foods What he said always stuck with me to the point that I periodically cooked for my pets to make sure they were getting the nutrition they needed As I was thinking about what my next career would be after getting my daughter through college I'm looking forward to owning Pet Wants Whittier because I know our products can enhance the lives of pets and families in my community," LaMarche said Pet Wants has a money-back guarantee on the freshness and quality of the food brown rice and other ingredients available no fillers and no animal by-products and Pet Wants never uses corn which makes the food great for animals with allergies LaMarche grew up in a small town in Southern Vermont and earned his BA in Accounting from the University of New England to work for an AmeriCorps and VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) project helping low-income Tucson residents get no-cost building supplies to maintain their properties and stay in their homes and they moved to California in 2002 with their daughter LaMarche owned his own management and technical consulting services firm To learn more about Pet Wants Whittier, call 562-556-9232, email [email protected] or visit http://www.petwants.com/whittier Bruce LaMarche, Pet Wants, 562-556-9232, [email protected] http://www.petwants.com/whittier Do not sell or share my personal information: Monte Vista Elementary School teachers and volunteers recreated the Colonial period for students at the South Whittier school who are studying the American Revolution Students learned about the day-to-day-life of early settlers SOUTH WHITTIER – Monte Vista Elementary School was transformed into a colonial-era community on Feb and farm animals took over the campus to demonstrate the life of an early English settler. The all-day event was part of a hands-on interactive “living history” lesson for fourth- fifth- and sixth-graders in the South Whittier school who are studying the American Revolution. “Colonial Day is an excellent representation of the activities and lifestyle of the people from colonial times making the period more vivid for our students and fostering deeper inquiry through hands-on learning,” Principal Andrea Larios said “It has prompted students to have conversations amongst themselves and with the engaging presenters while asking higher level questions during these interactions.” The day consisted of several stations where historical context was introduced tapping into students’ background knowledge Students had the opportunity to participate in colonial-era activities creating candles out of strings dipped in hot wax making fragrant pomanders by sticking cloves into oranges and playing various games. Led by teachers and volunteers in costume Students also met with local ranchers who introduced them to a cow calf and two horses. “I liked how the rancher taught us the facts about cow milk products,” said sixth-grader Stacey Samonte “I had no idea so many things come from cows.” Samonte also attended the inaugural event last year and enjoyed the candle-making activity so much that she has taken it up as a hobby. Teachers Marjorie Codding Danyelle White and Traci Flowers all donned period costumes to help set the mood Volunteer Tracey Gorin modeled a hand-made colonial-era dress and discussed various garments worn by men and women in the late 1700s and other items they made and carried with them. “Today ties back to our lessons in that it fits directly into core social studies standards regarding the daily life of colonists our students engage in stimulating academic language critical thinking and evidence-based inquiry – tenets of the new California Standards KTLA Doorbell video captured the horrifying moments a 13-year-old boy was hit by a car while crossing the street Monday afternoon in South Whittier according to the California Highway Patrol officers were called to a car versus pedestrian collision on Cole Road just south of Tolman Drive CHP’s Santa Fe Springs office said in a news release The video revealed that the teen was standing on the east side of Cole Road behind a parked car waiting to cross the street the victim attempted to cross the street but was hit by a black Toyota Camry The video shows him being tossed up onto the car’s hood and windshield before flying into the air and landing on the pavement Neighbors ran outside after hearing the impact; one described the scene as “heart-wrenching.” Evelyn Panameno said her son and the victim Nomar comes to their house every day after school before being picked up by his father The victim was crossing the street to get into his dad’s waiting car when he was struck The father was able help and comfort his son at the scene The teen was transported to a local hospital with major injuries but is expected to survive Panameno said her family visited Nomar at the hospital and he was lucky to have only suffered a few broken bones things have already been hard for the family with Nomar’s father fighting leukemia Video from the scene showed signs that indicated a school zone with a speed limit of 25 mph cars are often seen traveling down the street at high speeds Anyone with information about this incident can contact CHP Santa Fe Springs area at 562-868-0503 KTLA’s Erika Martin contributed to this report Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Nearly seven years after a drive-by shooting claimed the lives of a Norwalk Sheriff’s Station Explorer scout and his friend authorities and family members say they hope a $25,000 reward will help generate tips that bring the killers to justice attack in the 11800 block of Painter Avenue Detectives suspect the shooting was carried out by gang members were just standing in front a friend’s house when a silver or gray compact car drove down the dark street They were struck by gunfire coming from the car “This is an example of what we believe is gang activity and just a group of gang members driving around looking for rival gang members,” sheriff’s homicide Lt “They … senselessly just shoot into the crowd hoping to shoot somebody and feel good about themselves.” Family members of both victims gathered Tuesday with Sheriff’s Department detectives and county Supervisor Janice Hahn to announce the reward and ask for the public’s help in bringing the killers to justice know and feel that there is someone out there who knows,” Rodriguez’s mother Cesar was planning a career in law enforcement according to family members and sheriff’s officials Cesar had been volunteering in the Explorer program for four years and had just applied to be a full-fledged deputy “Cesar and Larry’s family deserve answers and the person who did this deserves to be behind bars,” she said a growing army of loved ones and supporters has marched to the scene before holding a candlelight vigil The tradition will continue this year on Aug “The death of both Cesar and Larry is an event that impacted far too many people,” homicide Capt “We now turn to the public to seek some additional answers and find some additional information to bring some closure to the families and this crime.” Anyone with information on the killings is asked to call Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Anonymous tipsters can contact L.A. Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 Take a quick drive and enjoy the fantastic beaches near South Whittier South Whittier, California, is a residential area located in the southeastern part of Los Angeles County. While not situated directly on the coastline, South Whittier is conveniently positioned just a short drive away from some of Southern California’s most stunning beaches Whether you're looking for family-friendly sands Here are five of the best beaches you'll want to consider for your next sun-soaked outing Often dubbed “Surf City USA,” Huntington Beach is about a 30-minute drive from South Whittier and offers 3.5 miles of pristine coastline this beach is a magnet for surf enthusiasts and families alike and a bustling pier filled with shops and eateries Its dog-friendly section ensures that even your four-legged family members can enjoy the ocean breeze Newport Beach offers a variety of beach experiences, from the lively setting of Balboa Peninsula to the quiet and picturesque Corona del Mar State Beach. Located around 35 minutes from South Whittier, Newport Beach is perfect for those looking for water activities like kayaking an old-school amusement park with a Ferris wheel Seal Beach is another popular destination, around a 25-minute drive from South Whittier. Known for its charming small-town feel, quaint shops, and old wooden pier, Seal Beach offers a quieter beach experience compared to its flashier neighbors The nearby Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge provides an excellent opportunity for bird-watching Although primarily known for its port, Long Beach also offers several public beaches that are about 20 minutes from South Whittier While it may not have the traditional wide-open beaches found in other coastal cities Long Beach offers other amenities like bike paths The calm waters are ideal for swimming and kayaking The Aquarium of the Pacific and the retired ocean liner Queen Mary are other popular attractions Situated between Huntington Beach and Seal Beach, Bolsa Chica State Beach is a prime location for fishing this beach is famous for its ecological reserve where you can spot various species of birds and marine life It also offers fire pits and volleyball courts making it a great choice for a family outing From surfing paradises to tranquil getaways offer an assortment of seaside experiences and prepare for an unforgettable day on the shores of sunny Southern California Does your business rank among the best in California Learn more about our selection criteria and vetting process We’ll be your trustee Little Tokyo guide with a day’s worth of fun things to do in Little Tokyo If you're looking for something fun to do there are plenty of fun and free things to do in San Francisco Feel the knowledge flood from its elegant red-tile roofs as you wander the town’s beautiful college campus in search of hidden finds Enjoy the perfect California spring weather at these ideal spots for a spring vacation in California Check your inbox soon for the latest from California.com. A young father and an aspiring deputy were gunned down seven years ago as they stood outside a party in South Whittier Now investigators are hoping a $25,000 reward will help expose the people responsible for the drive-by shooting and bring them justice.  Authorities believe the men were killed by gang members even though neither of the victims were in a gang John Corina said in a department news release on Aug had been an active member of the Norwalk Sheriff’s Station Explorer Program for four years and had just applied to become a deputy sheriff was a mechanic with a young son and a baby on the way — a daughter who was born after he and Rodriguez were shot down in the early morning of Sunday in the 11800 block of Painter Avenue.  “We are asking for the public’s help,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn and the person who did this deserves to be behind bars.” moved down the dark street where Rodriguez and Villegas were standing with several other people Witnesses reported seeing three people in the car and believe the rear-seat passenger started shooting at the group The gunfire struck Rodriguez in the head and Villegas in the chest according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records Both men were pronounced dead at the scene at 3:28 a.m “This is an example of what we believe is gang activity just a group of gang members driving around looking for rival gang members,” Corina said in the news release “They see a group of young men hanging out and senselessly just shoot into the crowd hoping to shoot somebody and feel good about themselves.” Every year on the anniversary of the shooting Lupe,  has organized a memorial walk to honor the lives of her son and his friend and bring attention to the shooting in the hope of finding the killer.  Another walk is scheduled this year on Aug the seventh anniversary of their death.  “I will never stop,” Lupe Rodriguez said in the news release “There will be a walk every August 28th until we bring you to justice Anyone with information is asked to call the sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. Those wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.   Photo: Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn is flanked by sheriff's investigators and family members on Aug 14 as they announce a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the gunman who killed Cesar Rodriguez 2011 in South Whittier.  Photo by Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.  Contact the Homicide Report. Follow @latimeshomicide on Twitter. Before you post, here are some answers to frequently asked questions: Remember, all posts are approved by a Times staffer. Profanity and personal attacks will not be approved. My niece and nephew Ryan were goods friends of there's it broke my heart to see this and I hope the mothers find Justice and I will pray for you Print One of 25 Los Angeles County sheriff’s recruits injured last week when a driver plowed into the group while they were on a training run in South Whittier was listed Sunday in grave condition The recruit was identified as Alejandro Martinez a collapsed lung and damage to multiple organs and who has been placed on a ventilator according to sources familiar with the incident but who were not authorized to speak publicly about the matter Sheriff Alex Villanueva had previously said the department’s biggest concern was for Martinez who he said had surgery after head trauma and multiple fractures following Wednesday’s crash Villanueva said the recruit had suffered a setback that moved his condition from critical to grave The department asked the public “to keep him and his family in your prayers.” Two other recruits remain in critical condition while the remainder of those injured have been released from various hospitals of Diamond Bar was initially arrested on suspicion of attempted murder of peace officers after Wednesday morning’s crash But he was released Thursday after his arrest was deemed a detention Investigators are continuing to develop the case against Gutierrez but are not legally allowed to hold a suspect in custody for more than 48 hours without presenting the case to prosecutors they plan to arrest Gutierrez and present the case to the L.A Before Gutierrez’s release, Villanueva said in an interview with NewsNation that investigators “have developed probable cause to believe it was intentional.” Gutierrez could not be reached for comment. California Sheriff Alex Villanueva says injuries include head trauma and broken bones, and ‘we have had some loss of limb.’ The recruits were running in four columns, accompanied by drill instructors and two black-and-white radio cars, when a Honda CR-V drove into the group about 6:30 a.m. Wednesday near the sheriff’s STARS Center Academy in the 10600 block of Mills Avenue, authorities said. As the group ran north on Mills Avenue, a vehicle approached at 30 to 40 mph, according to witnesses. It veered onto the wrong side of the road and plowed into the recruits. The runners at the front of the formation were able to get out of the way before the SUV struck others and crashed into a light pole, authorities said. Villanueva said during a news conference Wednesday there were no skid marks at the scene. The driver remained in the vehicle after the crash, and those at the scene struggled to get him out initially, the sheriff said. “From what I understand, he was in the vehicle with his foot still on the accelerator,” he said. Richard Winton is an investigative crime writer for the Los Angeles Times and part of the team that won the Pulitzer Prize for public service in 2011. Known as @lacrimes on Twitter, during almost 30 years at The Times he also has been part of the breaking news staff that won Pulitzers in 1998, 2004 and 2016. Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map LAist is part of Southern California Public Radio, a member-supported public media network. More than two dozen law enforcement recruits were injured Wednesday morning when a car struck an even larger group out for a training run in South Whittier right around sunrise. Authorities said the runners were largely recruits for the L.A. County Sheriff's Department, with some trainees from other departments. The crash took place near the LASD's STARS Explorer Training Academy. Five of those struck are in critical condition at hospitals — one of them is on a ventilator. Four other people are in moderate and stable condition, and 16 suffered minor injuries, according to authorities. The 25 recruits were struck by a car which crossed over from the opposite side of Mills Road north of Telegraph Road. A 22-year old driver was taken into custody. Authorities said the man's field sobriety test was negative, and the cause of the crash is unknown. All but 10 of the 75 trainees on the run were from the Sheriff's department, officials said. The others were from local departments including Bell, Glendale, Pasadena, El Segundo, and UCLA. The collision took place around 6:30 a.m., basically the same time as sunrise. Department staff say the recruits were running in formation and shepherded by two black and white safety vehicles and eight people guarding the road wearing reflective safety vests.  Sheriff Alex Villanueva spoke to reporters at UCI Hospital, where some of the injured were taken. "The range of injuries we have obviously are head trauma, we have broken bones, we've had some loss of limb," he said. "These are life-threatening injuries." At a news conference, Interim L.A. County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone called the incident "a tragedy for the county family." He said the entire fire department staff "are keeping our Sheriff's sisters and brothers in our thoughts and prayers." Pat McDonald, the captain of LASD's training bureau, said the run was a standard part of the department's 22-week training program. The driver struck a light pole, which ultimately stopped his car. "Thank God for that light pole," said McDonald, "because the vehicle ultimately hit it and stopped as opposed to possibly hitting more recruits." Print An L.A County sheriff’s deputy recruit struck by a wrong-way driver while out on a training run died Friday night after spending the last eight months in the hospital at UCLA Ronald Reagan hospital surrounded by his family He had been out during an academy training run last year on the morning of Nov. 16 when an SUV veered into the wrong lane and crashed into the formation County sheriff’s deputy recruit struck by a wrong-way driver while out on a training run died Friday night after an eight-month hospitalization (Courtesy of Dayanna Martinez) “Our condolences go out to Alejandro’s family He will forever live in our hearts & never be forgotten,” the sheriff’s statement said and later graduated from Cal State Northridge He had dedicated his life to public service joining the Army National Guard and later applying to become a deputy sheriff He was one of 76 recruits who started the training program at the Sheriff’s Training Academy and Regional Services Center last year before graduating and launching their careers in law enforcement according to the young man’s drill instructor The recruits would march into the staff office each morning recover the flags and would then raise them up for the day “He wasn’t one to draw attention to himself He was an example of a recruit for other ones that are new to this type of career 16 — eights weeks into the academy — the recruits were on a four-mile training run They were running in formation around 6:30 a.m. accompanied by six instructors and two black-and-white radio cars They were a mile into their run when those at the front of the group spotted a Honda CR-V approaching The SUV veered to the wrong side of the road and into the group The runners at the front were able to get out of the way before the SUV struck others and crashed into a lamppost The driver, Nicholas Gutierrez, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder of peace officers but was released the day after the crash. Gutierrez’s lawyer said he fell asleep at the wheel on his way to work a collapsed lung and damage to multiple organs and was placed on a ventilator following the crash former Sheriff Alex Villanueva swore Martinez in as a full deputy “All [Martinez] ever wanted to do was be a deputy sheriff,” said Capt who leads the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s training bureau “He dedicated his life to serving the country and more specifically his community.” a procession escorted his body to the coroner’s office Along with the Sheriff’s Department there were other law enforcement agencies including the California Highway Patrol and the UCLA Police Department “We’ve had many close calls in the last eight months and we’ve had a lot of weekends where we’ve kind of been ready in the event that his health takes a turn for the worse,” Macdonald said The incident was reported around 2 p.m. at a Stater Bros. store in the unincorporated community, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The suspect allegedly followed a 16-year-old girl into the store’s bathroom, locked the door and attempted to assault her. The girl screamed, alerting other customers and employees who made their way into the bathroom and held the suspect until deputies arrived to arrest him. The girl was treated for injuries at a hospital. The suspect, identified by the Los Angeles County district attorney’s office as Steven Magdaleno, 38, was charged Tuesday with felony assault to commit rape, false imprisonment by violence and attempted escape from custody as well as a misdemeanor charge of giving false information to a police officer. Magdaleno pleaded not guilty Wednesday and is being held on $410,000 bail. California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta on Tuesday took control from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department of a controversial criminal investigation into county Supervisor Sheila Kuehl and others. “It is appalling that someone tried to sexually assault a 16-year-old girl in the middle of the day in a grocery store restroom,” Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. George Gascón said in a release. “Brazen crimes like these are shocking to the entire community because the girl and her family should have felt safe in that space.” Gascón commended the actions of employees and customers for showing bravery and courage. “I want to encourage anyone who has been sexually assaulted to report these crimes and get the help they need to heal from this devastating trauma,” Gascón said. The Sheriff’s Department asked for the public’s help in identifying possible additional victims of the suspect. The department’s Special Victims Bureau can be reached at (877) 710-5273 or specialvictimsbureau@lasd.org. Christian Martinez is a former reporter for the Los Angeles Times. He previously wrote for the USA Today network of newspapers including the Ventura County Star, where he covered the Thomas and Woolsey wildfires and the Borderline mass shooting, the Spectrum & Daily News in Utah and the Lansing State Journal in Michigan. He was born and raised in Southern California and attended Saint Mary’s College of California.