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Dating App Killer | Trump's Star: Crime Roundup Near Encino

A look at a few of this week's police, fire and courtroom incidents near Encino.

ENCINO, CA – The following is a collection of weekly police, court and fire stories from around the Encino-Tarzana area this week.

4 Suspected In Valley Knock-Knock Burglaries

Police arrested two 18-year-olds and 17-year-olds allegedly coming out of a home with loot. They are suspected of other burglaries.

3 Firefighters Hurt; 12 Homes Burned In Santa Clarita Brushfire

A fast moving brushfire spread to 12 homes and triggered evacuations in Santa Clarita Monday before crews were able to knock it down.

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Suspected Dating App Serial Killer Confesses To Six Murders

A suspected killer arrested while holding a North Hollywood woman hostage reportedly confessed to six murders, according to police.

LAPD Investigates Actor Following Bizarre Shooting Threat

"Thor" actor Isaac Kappy faced scrutiny from LAPD's Threat Management Unit after an apparent threat to open fire in Hollywood.

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Man Turns Himself In for Robbery At Trump's Hollywood Star

The robbery happened at 9:50 p.m. Thursday near Trump's star near Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue.

Family Cat, Fish Saved From East Hollywood Apartment Fire

Firefighters dispatched at 6:18 a.m. to the 800 block of North Vermont Avenue had the fire out within 19 minutes.

College Student Stabs Fathers In Sherman Oaks: Police

A college student home to visit his parents in Sherman Oaks allegedly stabbed his fathers repeatedly, according to police.

Studio City Grass Fire Threatens Garage

Los Angeles firefighters did aggressive battle with a grass fire in Studio City to protect a nearby garage Wednesday evening.

Man Charged With Arson And Vandalism Of Landmark Church

Russel Congleton, 58, pleaded not guilty to allegations he broke into and tried to burn down St. Charles Borromeo Church.

Family Of Woman Shot By LAPD While Held At Knifepoint To Sue

The case of a woman shot and killed by police while being held at knifepoint had roiled the Los Angeles Police Department.

Police Nab Woman Suspected Of Stealing Salon Worker's Rings

A Studio City salon worker had her wedding rings back and the customer suspected of brazenly stealing them is in custody.

Dryer Fire Damages Studio City Home

Firefighters made quick work of a blaze that spread from a dryer to the walls of a Studio City home.

Flames Engulf Attic In Chatsworth Home

The fire broke out overnight, and the attic of a Chatsworth home was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived.

Porter Ranch Man Shot By Police Faces Attempted Murder Charge

A man who allegedly stabbed his wife and charged police before they shot him in Porter Ranch faces a possible life sentence.

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