Local Cops, Federal Takeover | Venice Beach News

Santa Monica cops bust a car thief, issue a citation, and let him go—only for federal agents to swoop in and arrest him moments later. Local police say they had zero involvement, sticking to their long-standing policy: enforcing local criminal laws, not immigration ones. Chief Darrick Jacob reaffirms their commitment to public safety and community trust, emphasizing that everyone—regardless of immigration status—is held equally accountable under the law. The department’s stance aligns with California’s Values Act, ensuring residents feel safe reporting crimes without fear of deportation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5da60aee270063c3