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Police: two juveniles charged after downtown assault; council, residents press for sustained patrols
Summary
Hermosa Beach police said detectives identified seven juveniles in a Nov. 21 assault and arrested two, who were transferred to juvenile detention; city residents urged a sustained, visible police presence and clearer reporting options during public comment.
Chief Phillips told the City Council on Dec. 9 that detectives prioritized the Nov. 21 assault near 11th Street and Beach Drive, identified seven juveniles with help from school officials, and arrested two juveniles who were transported to Los Padrinos juvenile detention. The District Attorney has filed charges on those two arrests, the chief said, and further interviews are ongoing.
"Detectives met with the victim on…
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