Letter from Capt. Beatrice Girmala, LAPD
HELLO TO MY NICHOLS CANYON NEIGHBORS!
I truly hope that your month has been punctuated by some moments of fun and relaxation.
It has been a busy but very productive period for Hollywood Division. Burglary from motor
vehicle and grand theft autos have dropped and overall violent crime continues its downturn.
I hope you will all see more presence from the basic cars in their assigned area, now that the Entertainment
District has some net of support. We often found all Hollywood units responding to the midpoint of
the division to deal with in excess of 600 calls a month in three adjacent reporting districts. Other
parts of Hollywood were left les attended as a result. We are seeing that all change. Overall crime
reductions prove the premise and deployment plan to be valid and effective.
The Hollywood Gang Unit has been working diligently in several areas of the division. Recent search
warrants have taken four guns off the street. They are committed to doing everything possible to dismantle
the infrastructures of these domestic terrorists, not solely making the quick arrest which unfortunately
nets little punishment.
Hollywood Vice had had its most productive month to date. They support the community's distinctive nature,
while ensuring that public safety does not take a backseat. Our friends at West Traffic Division generously
deploy motorcycle officers to deal with the DUI drivers in Hollywood's main thoroughfares. The Sunset
Boulevard Cruiser Task Force is also serving our area with the generous assistance of the Los Angeles
Sheriffs Department.
Vigilance with regard to fire dangers continues. As you know, Hollywood Division's relationship with LAFD
has never been stronger or more united. All watch commanders are familiar with the brush fire guide and
evacuation protocol in the event we need to move in that direction. Your continued tenacity and great
observations have aided us immensely. Report any encampments to me or to Senior Lead Officer Ralph Sanchez.
We can't take any chances!!
Your help and support has been instrumental in the successes and gains we have made in crime reduction.
Of course, there are always more improvements to be made, and more work to be done. As the economy challenges
all of us, please remain vigilant and offer no opportunities for suspects to victimize you or a neighbor.
Secure valuables, report activity that seems out of sorts, involve your senior leads in issues with the
potential to be so much more.
I am extremely fortunate to have the staff and dedicated group of officers I do. Many of Hollywood's
supervisors were handpicked by me for their unique sense of mission and unselfish approach to what they
do. I hope you feel well served and that you feel my advocacy for Hollywood in the greater scheme of
things. You have my pledge to continue making area the best it can be.
Please email me with any remarks or concerns at 24916@lapd.lacity.org.
All my best,
Beatrice
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