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Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Photo courtesy Burbank Police -- Suspect in theft at Bret Harte Elementary School 3200 Jeffries Avenue, Burbank

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, October 21, 2015

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Photos of Burbank school suspect released

Today Burbank Police released photos in connection with a theft at Bret Harte Elementary School 3200 Jeffries Avenue. The suspect described as an African-American female, 30-40, reportedly appeared on the school grounds two weeks ago, Wednesday, October 7, between 2:45 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.”Once on campus, the suspect walked into an unoccupied classroom. She stole a credit card and money from […]

Monday, October 12, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, October 12, 2015

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Child molested in Burbank, suspect due in court this week

A 78 year-old North Hollywood man is due to appear in court later this week as a suspect in the molestation of a child in Burbank. On Sunday, October, 4, the Burbank Police were notified of the situation: “…a witness came to the Burbank Police Station and described seeing a child being molested in the backseat of a vehicle that was […]

Friday, September 25, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, September 25, 2015

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Victim fights back in attempted purse snatching in Burbank

Burbank Police arrested a man today for allegedly attempting to snatch the purse of a young woman. It happened this morning around 11:30 a.m. in the 300 block of Olive Avenue in downtown Burbank. BPD spokesman, Sergeant Claudio Losacco, says: “The woman reported that she was walking when the man, who is identified as 24 year-old Manuel Martinez of Los Angeles, […]

Saturday, September 19, 2015

Photo of marijuana plants growing in warehouse courtesy Burbank Police Dept.

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, September 19, 2015

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Photos of big pot bust in Burbank

Three suspects are due to be arraigned on Monday in connection with a big pot bust in Burbank. Last Thursday “… detectives executed the search warrant and uncovered an illegal sophisticated indoor marijuana grow operation. Over 1200 marijuana plants, in various stages of maturity were seized. Investigators estimate the street value of the marijuana to be in excess of $500,000,” […]

Friday, September 11, 2015

Photo: FLLewis / Media City G -- Merchant Ralph Persinger in his shop Burbank Antiques 3423 West Magnolia Blvd. Burbank August 22, 20115

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, September 11, 2015

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City Buzz:Burbank merchants’ feud escalates in Mag Park

That bitter merchants’ feud in the 3400 block of West Magnolia Boulevard in Burbank, once thought to be dying down, has escalated with more nasty allegations, a police report, and a mystery videotape. I began covering the dispute back in August of 2014, when it centered on the fight for one-hour parking on the north side of the block. Most […]

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, August 26, 2015

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Updated: Second suspect arrested for Burbank murder

Burbank Police admit they arrested the wrong man for murder! As reported here, BPD were called to a home in the 1900 block of Richard Street Sunday night and discovered the body of a woman. During the investigation on Monday, 49 year-old Brian Thomas Lowe was arrested. “Based on conflicting statements, information that he was less than forthcoming with, and […]

Monday, August 24, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, August 24, 2015

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Burbank man arrested in connection with a homicide

Local media is reporting the arrested of a 49 year-old Burbank man in connection with the death of a woman last night. Burbank Police answered a call about “a female not breathing” at a home in the 1900 block of Richard Street at around 10 p.m. Sunday, according to a news release. Once inside, officers discovered the victim’s body. The […]

Sunday, August 23, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, August 23, 2015

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Burbank DUI checkpoint nets 3 arrests and 11 citations

A DUI checkpoint in Burbank resulted in three arrests as well as several citations and warnings. The Burbank PD Traffic Bureau set up the checkpoint at Olive Avenue and Lake Street last night. More than 800 vehicles reportedly passed through the checkpoint between the hours of 9 p.m. and 2 a.m. The purpose was “to raise awareness about the dangers […]

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, August 4, 2015

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Body cameras, mug shots, and the Burbank PD

Burbank Police Chief Scott LaChasse and his staff made a major push for body camera equipment for 160 officers before the Burbank City Council last month. The pricey proposal, more than a million dollars, lacked the details that most council members felt were necessary, so the motion to move it forward failed. However in light of the developments nationwide about […]