Weekly Crime Report: Brentwood & Nearby Police Log

BRENTWOOD, CA – The following is a collection of weekly police, court and fire stories from around the Brentwood area this week.

Author-Turned-Murderer Sentenced To Life Without Parole

A West Hollywood man was sentenced for killing his girlfriend, draining her body of all blood in a crime that mirrored a book he co-wrote.

Michel Moore Takes Over As 57th LAPD Chief

The 36-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department was sworn in as former chief Charlie Beck retires.

Killer Of Mercedes Grille Cook In Venice Sentenced

Guillermo Carmona-Perez, 24, who also worked a second job at Baja Cantina, was stabbed to death after his shift.

Michel Moore Takes Over As 57th LAPD Chief

The 36-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department was sworn in as former chief Charlie Beck retires.

Manhunt On For Shooter Who Killed Dad In Malibu Creek State Park

The 35-year-old chemist, who was camping with his two young daughters, 2 and 4 years old, was shot while inside a tent.

5 Shootings Near Malibu Park Within 2 Years, Are They Connected?

The other shootings at Malibu Creek State Park got little attention at the time, but now some are fearing that they might be connected.

Fire Scorches Second Story Venice Home

The cause of a fire at a Venice home Friday is under investigation.

LAPD Sergeant Hospitalized After Hit-And-Run Crash In Culver City

The sergeant is listed in serious condition with broken bones but no life-threatening injuries, police said.

Suspect Arrested For Attempted Sexual Assault In Beverly Hills

The suspect grabbed the victim from behind and pulled her to a secluded location where he attempted to sexually assault her, police said.

BHPD Remembers Police Dog Merlin, Who Died At 16

Merlin, a Belgian Malinois, was the longest-living Beverly Hills Police Department K-9, according to police.

Hiker Who Died In Santa Monica Mountains ID'd

The 52-year-old collapsed Sunday on a trail, officials said.

Hiker Falls, Rescued By Helicopter In Sullivan Canyon Park

Firefighters were called at 4:56 p.m. to 1541 North Casale Rd.

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