A Look Inside LAPD's Latest High-Tech Patrol Cars

AOL's Translogic tours the new Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle.

UPATE: LAPD Removes Man Barricaded in Encino Apartment

A Los Angeles Police Department SWAT team negotiated with suspect before forcing him out with tear gas.

Monday Calls Heard Over the Police Scanner

LAPD units in the San Fernando Valley handle a police chase, a false report of a suicide jumper and a "code 30 ringer."

Police Blotter: Reports of Petty Theft, Burglary, Assault With Deadly Weapon

Local police activity, May 14-17.

'Shots Fired, Officer Injured'

Here are the raw data of reports collected Saturday by listening to the police scanner.

Police Blotter: Stolen Vehicle Reported on Friday the 13th

Local police activity from May 8-13.

A Look at Typical LAPD Afternoon Calls

Here are the raw data of reports collected Monday afternoon by listening to the police scanner.

Update: Traffic Accident Kills Man in Encino

Los Angeles police confirm death of driver who went off the road and hit a tree.

Single Hour Provides Multitude of Challenges for LAPD on Cinco de Mayo

Listen to LAPD communications over the police scanner.

Bounce Slide Collapse Injures 8 Children

Children between the ages of 3 and 10 were taken to area hospitals for minor injuries.

Police Blotter: Burglaries, Grand Thefts and a Prowler Reported to LAPD

Local police activity from April 27 through May 5.

Fires, 'Hot Prowl' and False Report of Man with Baby and Shotgun Heard on Police Scanner Tuesday

Here are the raw data of reports collected Tuesday by listening to the police scanner.

Police, City Officials Ask Public to Report Suspicious Activity in Wake of Bin Laden Killing

Officials urge citizens to remain vigilant in light of the recent capture and killing of Osama Bin Laden.

LAPD Apologizes for Bogus Alert About Terrorists Buying UPS Uniforms on eBay

The Los Angeles Police Department has retracted an emailed alert—supposedly from Homeland Security—warning of terrorists posed as UPS drivers.

Sobriety Checkpoint Planned Along Ventura Boulevard Friday Night

Friday night be careful about your celebration of the Royal Wedding.

Police Blotter: Vehicle And Home Burglaries Reported

Police activity from April 21-26.

LAPD Seeks Two Men Suspected of Home Invasion, Kidnapping and Armed Robbery

Here are the raw data of reports collected Monday by listening to the police scanner.

LAPD Response Halts 2 Possible Kidnappings and Jewelry Store Heist

LAPD units stake out store location after receiving a report that the owner was kidnapped from his home at gunpoint.

LAPD '459 Hot Prowl' Situation and 'Code 6 Charles Suspect' Arrest Heard on Scanner

Here are the raw data of reports collected Tuesday by listening to the police scanner.

LAPD Catches Alleged Burglars on Roof of Pot Shop

Two men are taken into custody at the Vapors clinic on Sherman Way in North Hollywood.

Police Blotter: Encino Crime in the First Two Weeks of April

Police activity from April 1-12.

Rescuers Find 2 Lost Teens at Topanga State Park

Encino sisters call 911 on cellphone, then help police guide helicopter to their location Sunday night.

Quiet Friday Night in Valley Yields Few Serious 911 Calls

Here are the raw data of reports collected Friday by listening to the police scanner.

Police Scanner Reveals Details of LAPD Airship Crew Allegedly Hit With Laser

Here are the raw data of reports collected Monday and Tuesday by listening to the police scanner.

Valley Man Suspected of Shooting Police Officer Found Dead in His Home After Standoff

Police use a "bat cat' to tear off a wall of the man's house.

30 Things Your Burglar Won't Tell You

These tips serve as a reminder that by taking a few simple precautions, you can dramatically reduce your risk of becoming a burglary victim.

Volunteer Mounted Patrol Saddles Up Once Again

Ordinary citizens and horse lovers provide extra eyes and ears to help police deter crime.

Lively Persian Festival Attracts Families, Friends to Lake Balboa

Iranians gather for traditional Persian New Year of Nowruz.

Police Blotter: More Than Half of Local Crime is Petty Theft

Police activity from the last week in March.

Things Your Burglar Won't Tell You

Starting Friday, the West Valley LAPD will teach residents how to protect themselves from becoming burglary victims through a series of online tips.

Streets Around Sepulveda Dam and Basin Still Closed Due to Storm Debris

The West Valley LAPD have closed three routes in Encino until the end of the week.

Group Fights and Road Rage Heard on the Police Scanner

Here are the raw data of reports collected Monday and Tuesday by listening to the police scanner.

Police Blotter: A Stolen Vehicle and Petty Thefts

Police activity from March 16-19.

Police Ask for Help in Identifying Intruder Caught on Camera

Male caught on a surveillance video at Encino home during apparent burglary attempt.

Police Scanner Report: Severe Sunday Weather Causes Fallen Trees, Downed Power Lines and Traffic Accidents

These are the raw scanner reports from Sunday and Monday around the San Fernando Valley.

Report of Dead Bodies in an Alley Turns Out to be Movie Props

These are the raw scanner reports from Thursday around the San Fernando Valley.

Valley Traffic Division's Days Are Packed

To help reduce accidents, officers do a lot more than patrol the streets, and their efforts seem to be paying off. With the division's resources stretched thin these days, a volunteer group helps out by fundraising.

Police Blotter: Burglaries, Shoplifting and Thefts From Vehicles

Police activity for the week of March 8-15.

LAPD Thwarts Alleged Kidnapping

These are the raw scanner reports from Friday and Saturday around the San Fernando Valley.

Police Blotter: Encino Sees Dip in Crime Reports

Here is the list of crimes reported to the West Valley LAPD.