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The Burbank Police Department has joined forces with several local businesses to deter thieves and track stolen catalytic converters. The device reduces the toxic pollutants released by a vehicle’s exhaust system. Inside the device are metals with a high resale value, making them a popular target of thieves. To combat this crime, BPD teamed up with three local body shops […]

Monday, September 2, 2024

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, September 2, 2024

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Controversy deepens over alleged dumping of homeless man by two Burbank cops

Burbank Police Chief Michael Albanese responded last week to a controversial incident involving an alleged homeless man and two Burbank cops back on June 6, 2024. Los Angeles City Council President Paul Krekorian claimed the incident was an example of homeless dumping in North Hollywood by the Burbank officers. Krekorian called a news conference to complain loudly about the incident […]

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

By Guest Contributor Wednesday, April 24, 2024

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A transient charged with an alleged sexual assault of a minor in Burbank

April 23, 2024. Burbank, California – A suspect has been arrested and charged after sexually assaulting a minor walking home from school. On Friday, April 19, 2024, at approximately 3:45 p.m., police officers were dispatched to the area of Victory Boulevard and Alameda Avenue in regards to a possible assault. The victim, a 13-year-old female, reported that while she […]

Friday, March 15, 2024

By Guest Contributor Friday, March 15, 2024

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Burglary suspects arrested in Burbank

Dated: March 14, 2024 Contact: Sergeant Stephen Turner Burbank, California – Five suspects have been arrested following a residential burglary of an occupied residence in the 3600 block of Viewcrest Drive. Just before midnight on March 12, 2024, Burbank Police officers responded to a residential burglary in progress in the 3600 block of Viewcrest Drive. Two suspects, who were […]

Tuesday, June 8, 2021

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, June 8, 2021

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City of Burbank announces interim police chief

City of Burbank announces new interim police chief. City Manager, Justin Hess, selected Deputy Police Chief, Michael Albanese , for the job, according to a new release put out last Friday, June 4. The move follows the decision by Police Chief, Scott LaChasse, to retire next month. Albanese joined the department in 2010 as patrol captain. In 2015, he moved […]