Council approves findings to consider reward after spate of assaults; LAPD sought community tips

The council voted to make the necessary findings to consider a monetary reward after the Los Angeles Police Department asked for the city’s assistance in soliciting tips following multiple assaults in the Topanga/Sherman Way area.

City Attorney staff described a July 27 assault of a woman and her elementary-school-age son and said the department believes the cases are the work of a serial offender. Because the need to act arose after the agenda posting, the council first voted to adopt the findings required to take immediate action, then approved the motion to offer a reward and to publicize the request for information.

Council Member Chick urged heightened public awareness and caution for residents while the investigation continues. The transcript does not record a reward amount; LAPD and the city attorney will provide the program details and any advertised reward amount in subsequent documentation.