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𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘: Rangers Confront Encampments in Morning Sweep Along the Boardwalk

VENICE, CA — Friday, April 25, 2025 — A coordinated multi-agency cleanup operation was conducted Friday at Venice Beach as part of an ongoing citywide initiative to enhance public safety, sanitation, and accessibility at one of Los Angeles' most heavily visited coastal destinations. Personnel from the Los Angeles Park Rangers, Department of Public Works, LA County Beaches and Harbors, and Clean Harbors Environmental Services participated in the effort. Crews in protective gear cleared debris and waste, addressing both hazardous and non-hazardous materials across the beachfront and adjacent public spaces. Enforcement was carried out under Los Angeles Municipal Code 63.44(b), which prohibits camping in city parks and on beaches. Park Rangers issued verbal notices, providing individuals 15 minutes to collect personal belongings prior to removals. No citations were reported during the operation. Park Rangers maintained a security perimeter throughout the sweep to ensure the safety of sanitation workers and the public. The operation proceeded without major incident. Outreach teams from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) were on site, distributing hygiene kits, bottled water, and food to those affected. A representative from Councilwoman Traci Park’s office also observed the cleanup, underscoring the city's commitment to pairing enforcement actions with service-based outreach. City officials emphasized that such efforts are part of a broader strategy to uphold public health standards while connecting unhoused individuals with long-term support and resources. — Santa Monica Closeup continues to document the intersection of enforcement, outreach, and public safety efforts along the Westside’s most visible public spaces. '''''''''''''''''''''' 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 is a visual journalist and the creator of Santa Monica Closeup — a raw, street-level lens on life along the Westside. Based in Santa Monica, he documents the city’s stories as they unfold: public safety, street culture, surf breaks, and breaking news. His work blends powerful imagery with unfiltered storytelling, earning spots in galleries, museums, and public installations. Whether he’s covering a beach rescue or a political rally, Fabian captures the pulse of the coast — one frame at a time. 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