Tag: Beverly Hills Fire Department

BEVERLY HILLS—The city of Beverly Hills posted on its Facebook page on December 21, a reminder that the Beverly Hills Fire Department, ABC7, and Southern California Firefighters will celebrate the 32nd year of the Spark of Love Toy Drive.

They are collecting and distributing new, unwrapped toys and sports equipment for underserved children and teens in the Los Angeles county. The toys will make their way to every child admitted to Cedar Sinai Hospital and UCLA Medical Center, and Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services.

To make this year’s holiday season brighter deliver toys by:

-Dropping off your new, unwrapped toys or sports equipment at Fire Station 1 until December 24, 2024.

-Texting the word “SPARK” to 24365.

-Donating online at supportlafd.kindful.com.  All proceeds go toward buying toys or sports equipment for the children.

Anyone with questions can contact askBH at 310-285-1000.

By Trevor

BEVERLY HILLS—On Monday, November 25, Canyon News spoke to a Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) officer regarding a purse snatching that took place outside a store in the 400 block of North Rodeo Drive close to Brighton Way. According to police, officers responded to the call on Saturday, November 23, in the early afternoon, around 12:20-12:30 p.m.

The on-duty officer described the armed suspects as being, “four African American subjects wearing masks,” who took the designer handbags of two female victims, and allegedly pistol-whipped a third male victim while attempting to steal his jewelry. The suspects, who are still at large, did not make it away with any jewelry from the male victim.

The Beverly Hills Fire Department paramedics treated the victims’ wounds at the scene. The male victim and one of the female victims drove themselves to an area hospital for further treatment. The on-call officer at BHPD clearly stated: “ We [BHFD] did not transport any victims to the hospital.”

Anyone with more information on this incident or who could help identify the suspects is encouraged to call the Beverly Hills Police Department at (310)550-4951.

By Sharon

BEVERLY HILLS—The city of Beverly Hills announced on its website that the Beverly Hills Fire Department will be hosting its third annual Girls Empowerment Camp.

Girls between the ages of 13-18 are encouraged to register.  All genders are welcome. The camp is filled with firefighting skills, teamwork, and leadership opportunities.

Skills stations include but are not limited to: hose, ladders, rope rescue, hand tools, personal protective equipment, search and rescue, first aid, ventilation, and more. The camp is free, includes a camp T-shirt, and lunch both days.

The event will take place at the Beverly Hills Fire Department, Headquarters Station 1 located at 445 North Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 on November 9 and November 10 from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The city of Beverly Hills aims to improve gender diversity, further improving community trust so that they may fulfill our mission to provide world-class fire and emergency medical services for the preservation of Life, Property, and the Environment.

Registration is now open

Women 18 and up who are actively pursuing a career in firefighting (ex: cadets, explorers, ambulance operators, or EMTs) are encouraged to apply as a mentor camper. Mentor campers participate in all activities with campers and are assigned additional responsibilities. Anyone with questions can contact FiredUp@beverlyhills.org.

By Trevor

BEVERLY HILLS—On December 12, the Los Angeles District Attorney, George Gascon announced that Jarris Jay Silagi, 44, has been charged in the violent attack of a Jewish couple celebrating Shabbat at their synagogue in Beverly Hills.

Gascon made the following statement regarding the charges in his press release that is posted on the District Attorney’s website:

“I unequivocally condemn the violent attack inflicted upon those peacefully observing their faith. Such acts of Antisemitism have no place in our community, and we continue to be committed to ensuring justice prevails and holding the defendant accountable. Our thoughts are with the victims and all those who continue to be targeted for their faith. My office’s Hate Crimes Unit will work diligently to bring justice to the victims.”

Silagi is charged with one count of attempted second-degree robbery; one count of elder or dependent adult abuse, infliction of injury; one count of assault with a deadly weapon; and two counts of assault by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury. It is further alleged that Silagi caused great bodily injury during the commission of the crime. Silagi was arraigned today in Dept. 30 at the Airport Courthouse.

On December 9, a 75-year-old man and his wife were walking to a synagogue in Beverly Hills, while observing Shabbat during the Hannukah holiday. Silagi allegedly ran toward them striking the man, who wearing a yarmulke, once on his head with a belt, causing injury.

The incident reportedly occurred when Silagi attempted to rob the female victim. The event was captured on surveillance video.

Canyon News initially reported the following information regarding the incident indicating that the victim and his wife, who were together at the time, did not previously know the suspect at the time of the attack.

The Beverly Hills Fire Department responded to the call and treated the victim for his injuries at the scene. No further medical attention was needed at the time.
The suspect fled the scene of the crime. Canyon News Journalist Trevor Roberts reported the following information regarding the arrest.

“Officers used the information provided to quickly find, detain, and identify the suspect.
‘Our officers quickly apprehended the suspect, and he is in custody,’ said Beverly Hills Police Chief Mark Stainbrook. “This despicable act of hate against a member of our community will not be tolerated.”

Silagi is being held on $100,000 bail and is currently in custody at the Los Angeles County Jail. He has a court date on Tuesday, December 12 at the Los Angeles Airport Court. This is an ongoing investigation by the Beverly Hills Police Department Detective Bureau.

Silagi’s charges include: 245(a)(1) PC – Assault with a Deadly Weapon; 664-211 PC – Attempt Robbery; 422.75 PC – Hate Crime; 368(b)(1) – Elder Abuse.

The prosecution in the case is recommending that Silagi’s bail be set at $ 1,310,000.00.
If convicted as charged, Silagi will face a maximum sentence of life in prison.
The case was investigated by the Beverly Hills Police Department.

To report a hate crime, call 911 or call Los Angeles County’s Hate hotline at 2-1-1.

By Sharon