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The Los Angeles Fire Department's Arson/Counter-Terrorism Section (ACTS) is seeking the public's help in locating this suspect in connection with recent arson fires in the Venice area. The suspect set a series of rubbish fires on February 26, 2022 on Flower Ct between 6th Ave and 7th Ave. The suspect continued westbound and set additional rubbish fires on Paloma Ct between Pacific Ave and Speedway.

LAFD Investigators are working closely with Patrol Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department's Pacific Community Police Station to canvass the area in the search for this suspect.

Given the quality of these images, it is believed the suspect should be easily identifiable to those who know him.

Anyone who recognizes this suspect should call the Los Angeles Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at (800) 222-8477.




SUSPECT DESCRIPTION
25-35 yo African American male
Approximately 6' tall, 185lbs
Thin build, thin mustache
Right side earring
Brown USS Iowa ball cap
White shirt with blue graphic design
Bluep pants and black Croc shoes
Variety of jewelry including shell necklace, ear stud, wrist bracelet and multiple rings on fingers


The first Marina del Rey Dragon Boat Festival is this Sat, March 5th at Burton Chace Park, 7AM – 4PM. This free event features dragon races, entertainment, arts & crafts, food truck fare and more.


From Santa Monica Close Up:

"A Hot Dog on a Stick truck is at Santa Monica Beach next to the original store, Thursday, February 24, 2022.

The Original Hot Dog on a Stick is closed for a few months. After 75 years on Ocean Front Walk, the iconic Hot Dog on a Stick will be demolished and rebuilt. The 440-square-foot building will be replaced with a 660-square-foot building. Hot Dog on a Stick opened in 1946. Hot Dog on a Stick is planning to reopen in early May.

Hot Dog on a Stick is known for its fresh, made-to-order hot dog on a stick and cheese on a stick products, hand-stomped natural lemonade, smiling customer service and its iconic bright striped uniforms. Hot Dog on a Stick provides customers with a fun all-American quick service restaurant experience, catering services for events, party packs, and fundraisers. Hot Dog on a Stick has close to 70 locations in the U.S. and internationally including Korea and China."

Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.

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From Santa Monica Close Up:

"Founder of Venice Oceanarium, Tim Rudnick, at the Venice Pier on Sunday, February 27, 2022. The Venice Oceanarium is a Museum Without Walls. Their programs combine science with the arts to encourage kids (of all ages) to appreciate the environment and, therefore, become stewards of our oceans. The Venice Oceanarium believes that this integrative curriculum of poetry, literature, music, drawing, and performance arts teaches by experiencing the world around us on a more profound level than books and classrooms alone can provide. The events and activities are designed to raise awareness of the natural wonders of Venice Beach. Join them on their learning expedition!"

Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.

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History is myth. Once upon a time, Venice Beach was a fairytale by the sea. And there are some spirits who still remember...

A Short film Written & Directed by ANSEL FARAJ
Another homeless meth zombie started another fire in bathroom at Venice Beach.



From Santa Monica Close Up:

"he Original Hot Dog on a Stick will be closed for a few months on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. After 75 years on Ocean Front Walk, the iconic Hot Dog on a Stick will be demolished and rebuilt. The 440-square-foot building will be replaced with a 660-square-foot building. Hot Dog on a Stick opened in 1946. Hot Dog on a Stick is planning to reopen in early May.

Hot Dog on a Stick is known for its fresh, made-to-order hot dog on a stick and cheese on a stick products, hand-stomped natural lemonade, smiling customer service and its iconic bright striped uniforms. Hot Dog on a Stick provides customers with a fun all-American quick service restaurant experience, catering services for events, party packs, and fundraisers. Hot Dog on a Stick has close to 70 locations in the U.S. and internationally including Korea and China.

Surveyors lay reference lines at Hot Dog on a Stick on Tuesday, February 22, 2022."

Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.

Support Santa Monica Closeup/Fabian Lewkowicz with Venmo or PayPal to help earn money to make these videos:

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