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𝗟𝗔𝗣𝗗 𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗘: Homeless Encampment Cleanup Underway in Venice

Venice, CA – April 8, 2025 – A coordinated multi-agency operation unfolded Tuesday morning at Windward Avenue and Grand Boulevard in Venice, as authorities carried out a scheduled cleanup targeting illegal encampments in the high-traffic coastal area. The effort brought together personnel from the Los Angeles Police Department, the Department of Public Works, and environmental specialists from Clean Harbors Environmental Inc., with support from outreach teams. Crews in protective gear cleared debris and waste from the sidewalks and public parking areas, addressing both hazardous and non-hazardous materials. Officials noted that the targeted zone has become a recurring location for illegal camping, underscoring ongoing public safety and sanitation concerns. The enforcement action was carried out under Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) Section 56.11, which governs the storage of personal property in public spaces. According to city representatives, the operation was posted 48 hours in advance, enabling sanitation teams to lawfully clear the entire parking lot and surrounding public spaces. Individuals present were given 15 minutes to gather personal belongings before sanitation crews proceeded with removals. No arrests or citations were reported during the operation. LAPD officers provided security throughout the sweep, maintaining order while sanitation workers performed their duties. Outreach teams from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) were on-site to assist displaced individuals, offering food, water, and hygiene supplies. A representative from Councilwoman Traci Park’s office also attended, emphasizing the city’s approach of coupling enforcement actions with service-based outreach. City officials reiterated that the cleanup is part of a sustained initiative to improve public health conditions and ensure accessibility in Venice Beach, while continuing efforts to connect unhoused residents with critical support services and long-term housing solutions. ''''''''''''''''''''' 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘂𝘀𝗲. 𝗔𝗻𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗽𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗿𝗲-𝘂𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗻𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱. © 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗙𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝘄𝗸𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗰𝘇/𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘂𝗽. 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱. ------------------------ Fabian Lewkowicz, an award-winning photojournalist based in Santa Monica, is the creator of Santa Monica Closeup. With experience across various news outlets, he captures the city's vibrant life through compelling imagery and storytelling. His work, showcased in museums, galleries, and public spaces, highlights Santa Monica’s landscapes, culture, and diverse community Support Santa Monica Closeup by making a One Time Donation via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fabia... Make a One Time Donation via Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/santamonicacloseup Follow us on Instagram:   / santamonicacloseup   Follow us on Facebook:   / santamonicacloseup   Follow us on Twitter:   / smcloseup   Join this channel to gain access to perks:    / @santamonicacloseup   For licensing this video email: [email protected] TAGS: Photojournalism, Photojournalist, Documentary, Cinema Verite, Fly-on-the-wall, Observational Photography, Press Photography, SMCU, SM©U