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The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has released body-worn camera footage concerning an incident in which an officer fatally wounded a dog in Canoga Park.
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Donna Ave / Mayall St
In Northridge
Officers are searching for a suspect armed with a knife believed to be hiding in the area

Van Nuys and
Laurel Canyon
Soccer ⚽️ Fans celebrating Mexico’s victory ✌️

Superior and Sepulveda
Officers are requesting a backup for burglary suspects trying to enter an occupied apartment

Ventura and Desoto
Pedestrian struck by vehicle 🚗

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A small Cessna airplane is down in the area of 12653 W. Osborne St. near Whiteman Airport in Pacoima, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. The pilot has been extricated and is being medically assessed. Crews are also dealing with a five-gallon fuel spill, that is contained with no active fire.

The Whiteman Airport Coalition put out a statement this morning, stating that based on initial reports, the pilot landed safely on the runway but the landing gear did not deploy properly. The plane continued beyond the runway, passed through the perimeter fence and into the airport's parking lot.

The pilot was injured, but was able to walk away from the crash. There are no reports of other people being injured.

"We are grateful for the quick response from airport personnel and first responders, whose professionalism helped ensure the situation was handled safely. We also wish the pilot a full and speedy recovery.

As always, the appropriate authorities will investigate the incident and determine exactly what occurred.

Today's events highlight the importance of continuing to invest in safety at Whiteman Airport. We support the county's recommendation to pursue federal funding for improvements such as pilot education, airfield safety enhancements and community engagement. These are the kinds of investments that help strengthen safety for everyone who relies on the airport and lives nearby."

Sepulveda and Rayen
Report of a man assaulting a woman

A B-52 bomber crashed following takeoff in the vicinity of Edwards Air Force Base.