November 23, 2024

On the evening of the 23rd November, officers from the Los Santos Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle in Idlewood. The vehicle in question was a Black Ford Mustang, with one occupant. The reason for the initial stop was unknown, however the vehicle failed to stop, taking the officers on a long chase across Los Santos. The pursuit travelled through Idlewood, Willowfield, East Los Santos and Richman to name a few. The vehicle eventually came to a stop in Richman, where the male got out of the vehicle and took a chase on foot. He ran for several miles, with officers attempting to hold him at gunpoint. He eventually ran to Pico Boulevard in Rodeo, where he took cover behind a tree, with his firearm in his right hand. Officers surrounded the male, however he proceeded to shoot into the air, and towards officers. Sergeant Whitelock from the LSPD attempted to reason with the male, working to get him towards dropping the weapon. However, he didn’t follow the commands and began shooting again when a detective shot at the male, neutralizing the suspect. Following the shootout, the male was down, with several GSW’s. The officers rushed to his attendance, while the call for EMS was made. Shortly after, EMS arrived with an ambulance and a command vehicle. Upon arrival, they attended to the male without hesitation, assessing his injuries as a result. We watched over the paramedics while they assessed the male. We watched them check his pulse, his pupil reaction and his injuries. As the paramedics treated his injuries, it was clear that he had one gun shot wound (GSW) on his arm. However, it was confirmed that his breathing and circulation was of an acceptable standard. The male was detained by the officers on scene, and taken to the All Saints General Hospital for further assessment and treatment. “Dangerous Driving, In This Weather!” On the scene, we spoke to a concerned neighbor who had heard the commotion outside. She said; “Look at this weather. Look at the roads. We have hooligans like that, driving around this city like they own the place and it’s not on. Fancy aiming a gun at police officers, honest police officers. What if he had slid from the road into a woman, or a child? These people are lacking a few braincells upstairs if you ask me! Pathetic.” While crime is almost normal in Los Santos, the weather has a detrimental effect. With the roads covered in snow, and the flakes falling at a fast rate, criminals are still willing to put both their lives, and the lives of the public at risk. 3 0

Over the last 24 hours, we have seen snow flurry across Los Santos. From a statement with The Los Santos Weather Office, this weather is a result of the “strong cold front moving down from northern San Andreas.” However, in the last few minutes, we have noticed a dark fog descend down on Los Santos. This has come as a shock to most, with visibility being reduced by up to 70% on average. From what was a clear snowfall has quickly developed into a hazard. Drivers are struggling to see more than a few car lengths ahead. The roads are becoming more dangerous. The risk of driving currently is at an all time high. We requested an official statement from The Los Santos Weather Office. The statement includes; “LOS SANTOS, SA — The Los Santos Weather Office has issued an urgent advisory regarding the unusual “Dark Fog” currently covering the city and surrounding areas. This rare weather event is being closely monitored as it poses potential risks to public safety and visibility. “The safety of Los Santos residents is our top priority,” said Weather Office Director Maria Alvarez. “We are working with state and local officials to understand and address this situation.” The advisory includes the following key points: “This is an unusual event, but we are confident that Los Santos will weather it safely,” Alvarez added. Stay safe, Los Santos. Follow official channels for further information.” Stay safe on our roads. 2 0

Following the recent snowfall in Los Santos, The Los Santos Weather Office has released an official statement in regards to the weather. We suspect this will follow with a weather warning of some kind in the future. The statement from The Los Santos Weather Office reads; “LOS SANTOS, SA — The Los Santos Weather Office today issued an update on the rare snowfall event currently affecting the city and surrounding areas. Snowfall began early this morning and is expected to continue through into the following days. This unusual weather is the result of a strong cold front moving down from northern San Andreas. “This is a rare event for Los Santos,” said Weather Office Director Maria Solis. “We are urging all residents to take precautions as temperatures drop below freezing and road conditions become hazardous.” Key points from the Weather Office’s statement include: Residents are advised to: Please follow local news outlets such as our reccomended, Shaw News for any updates regarding the weather. If you experience any issues as a result of the weather, please call the LSPD’s Non-Emergency Line on 311.” Yellow Weather Warning Imminent Following this official statement from The Los Santos Weather Office, our weather analysts expect to see a Yellow Weather Warning in place in the near future. The roads are due to become hazardous. The conditions will worsen. As a resident of Los Santos, now is your time to keep your family warm and safe. Please reach out to a local service if you require support during these cold, harsh times. 2 0

During the summer months, we saw high temperature and bright sun for weeks at a time, without a single spell of rain or damp weather. However, as we have entered the month of November, we have closed in on the Winter Season. The Los Santos Weather Office had showed some data to suggest snow was on the way. However, it has arrived much faster than we thought. In the early hours of the 23rd November, snow began to flurry down on Los Santos. Leaving a thick blanket of snow across the streets and sidewalks. This snow is expected to last for several days at least, with predictions suggesting a week or more of this cold weather. Preparations Needed The Los Santos Weather Office has announced that once the snow settles, the road surface will become loose. This means your vehicle is more likely to slide in the snow, making driving more difficult. To prevent this, you need to purchase Snow Tires. Local garages will have stock of Snow Tires, along with any other merchant that looks to stock them for the weather we are due to experience. Also, ensure your vehicle is roadworthy. Make sure your suspension is set correctly for the weather and only drive when needed. This weather can be dangerous, especially for inexperienced drivers. Finally, apply common sense. For those new to Los Santos, they may have never experienced snow before. Make sure to leave larger gaps when travelling with other vehicles, brake early and remain safe on the roads. We will keep you updated on the weather events. 1 0

In the early hours of the 23rd November, the LSPD received reports of a brawl on Wilshire Boulevard. An accident had occurred between two vehicles. However, this quickly turned into a brawl between the two drivers, along with several bystanders. One of the individuals was also armed with a sledgehammer, threatening to hit the other driver along with members of the public. With the streets full of people, several bystanders called into the police for urgent assistance. Within a few minutes after the initial call, an officer arrived from the Los Santos Police Department. However, the gathering of individuals was still increasing with people coming from a range of directions. Following a debate back and forth between a driver, one of the individuals took his tow truck from a neighboring garage. Within a few seconds, he was preparing to hook the vehicle involved. Officer Sanders quickly intervened, attempting to stop the individual. Throughout the incident, people were assaulted along with being pushed and shoved. This created an atmosphere on the street, with people standing by, expecting a serious assault. Just down the street from this incident is the garage, identified to be used following the Ganton Targeted Attack. Officer Sanchez was on the scene of the garage, and provided a brief statement. Officer Sanchez, Los Santos Police Department “From here, we didn’t see too much. But it seems to be an accident between two vehicles that has escalated. We stood by, incase we needed to intervene before the local officers arrived. Luckily enough, they did be fore anything happened. Both males seemed to be quite aggressive, with one having a sledgehammer ready, as an offensive weapon. The bystanders didn’t help either. Getting involved with the scene and adding to the pressures. While I can’t make an official statement, this is becoming more common. People are struggling to controltheir anger, and it shows.” 2 0

Interim Mayor, Emma Nilsen has been working to improve the city overall. With changes to taxes, the vehicle mandate the LSPD support, the changes have been extremely positive. Many residents have mentioned the drastic improvement in their finances following some of these changes. It seems the Interim Mayor hasn’t stopped there though. In a recent statement, Emma Nilsen confirmed a reduction in Business Licensing Costs. Official Statement “Dear Citizens and Business Owners of Los Santos, I am pleased to announce an important update following thorough discussions with the City Board and careful review of our business licensing structure. After considering the concerns raised by many in our community, I’m excited to share that we have successfully negotiated a substantial reduction in the costs for business licenses. This adjustment aims to make it easier for entrepreneurs—whether you’re just starting out or expanding your operations—to thrive in our vibrant city. Our goal is to foster a thriving business environment while ensuring that the barriers to entry remain low, especially for those passionate about contributing to the growth and success of Los Santos. We are committed to supporting our local businesses and fostering economic growth, and this revised fee structure is just one step towards achieving that vision. Thank you for your continued dedication to our city. I look forward to seeing how this change will help unlock new opportunities for innovation and success across Los Santos.” What Does This Mean? A business license is required to operate and generate a profit as a business in Los Santos. Without a license, you run the risk of being fined or closed down by the government. Before, these licenses were quite expensive, often exceeding $10,000 or more. For example, before the reduction, opening an automotive garage would cost you around $19,000. However, with the new reductions, this now would cost you $750. This is an average reduction of 96.05%. A massive difference, making opening a business much more affordable. 2 0

On the 15th November 2024, the Interim Mayor, Emma Nilsen released a statement in regards to supporting the Los Santos Police Department. In a previous article, we covered the statement and that Emma Nilsen would look to support the LSPD with their requests and needs. In the last 48 hours, Cameron Briggs of the LSPD has applied for $1,250,000 in funding to assist with the current outgoings of the department. Briggs’ reason for the funding request was to assist with “salaries, and the upkeep of our vehicle fleet, such as repairs, and fuel.” This request went quiet for several days, however the Interim Mayor has confirmed that the funding has been approved for the LSPD for the requests listed. This means the funding will help the Los Santos Police Department to continue their strategy around growth and improvement. Vital Funding For A Vital Service In recent months, the Los Santos Police Department has struggled to operate efficiently with the limited budget. With new officers joining the force, the department needed more vehicles, more firearms and most importantly, more facilities for training and improvement. Under the reign of Victor Chase, the support for vital services like LSPD and LSFD was lacking. In the weeks leading up to the abandonment of office by Victor Chase, Emma Nilsen was appointed the finance position within the office of the mayor. However, Victor Chase still didn’t look to support vital services. It seems Emma Nilsen as Interim Mayor understands the pressure on these services. The funding approved for the Los Santos Police Department will make a huge difference. 2 0