๐ฆ๐๐๐ฃ๐ฆ ๐๐๐ข๐ฌ: LAPD Oversees City Crew Destroying Boat During Homeless Sweep
ะะฒัะพั: Santa Monica Closeup
ะะฐะณััะถะตะฝะพ: 2026-01-16
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VENICE, CA โ Friday, January 16, 2026 โ A coordinated multi-agency cleanup operation was conducted Friday morning along Del Rey Avenue between Washington Boulevard and Beach Avenue in Marina Del Rey, as the City of Los Angeles continued efforts focused on sanitation, public safety, and pedestrian accessibility in public spaces.
The operation was led by the Department of Public Works in coordination with the Los Angeles Police Department, Clean Harbors Environmental Services, Environmental Compliance Inspectors (ECI), and a homeless coordinator from the office of Traci Park. Sanitation crews, hazardous-materials specialists, outreach workers, and law-enforcement officers worked through the Del Rey Avenue corridor to remove debris and address encampment-related items.
Advance cleanup notices were posted in accordance with Los Angeles Municipal Code ยง56.11, advising individuals in the area to temporarily vacate so sanitation work could proceed. Environmental Compliance Inspectors distributed 60-gallon bags and explained the posted requirements. Individuals were observed gathering personal belongings and clearing work areas as crews prepared to begin cleanup operations.
During the effort, ECI and Clean Harbors personnel identified, separated, and removed hazardous materials, including batteries and aerosol containers. Public Works crews collected trash, bulky items, and other debris from sidewalks, streets, and surrounding areas.
Staff from Councilwoman Parkโs office assisted with inter-agency coordination, while outreach workers from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority engaged with individuals on scene, offering information about supportive housing options, mental-health services, and other available resources.
Authorities reported no arrests or citations associated with the operation.
Santa Monica Closeup continues to document public events of local significance across the Westside, including sanitation efforts, homelessness outreach, and law-enforcement activity.
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Fabian Lewkowicz is an award-winning photojournalist based in Santa Monica and the creator of ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ฎ ๐ ๐ผ๐ป๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ ๐๐น๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐๐ฝ. Known for his compelling imagery and neutral reporting, his work captures the pulse of the cityโfrom civic affairs and emergency response to cultural moments and beach life. His photography has been showcased in galleries, museums, and public installations.
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