LAPD Issues Alert Over West LA Burglaries

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has issued a community alert due to a surge in residential burglaries across upscale neighborhoods in West Los Angeles, including Brentwood and Bel Air. Detectives suspect organized crews of two to four men are targeting homes, often using outdoor furniture or drain pipes to access second stories and disabling security cameras with WiFi jammers. Recent incidents include a break-in on South Bundy Drive in Brentwood, where burglars successfully stole items. The burglars typically ransack homes for high-value goods such as jewelry and cash, leaving a lookout in a getaway vehicle equipped with short-range radios for communication. Residents are advised to enhance their home security and remain vigilant, with community meetings scheduled to discuss safety measures. The ongoing crime wave has raised concerns among local residents about the increasing safety risks in their neighborhoods.