๐ง๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ฆ๐ง๐ฅ๐๐๐ง ๐ฆ๐ช๐๐๐ฃ: Multi-Agency Teams Clear Homeless Encampment in Venice
ะะฒัะพั: Santa Monica Closeup
ะะฐะณััะถะตะฝะพ: 2025-08-26
ะัะพัะผะพััะพะฒ: 16956
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VENICE, CA โ Tuesday, August 26, 2025 โ A coordinated multi-agency cleanup was conducted Tuesday morning along Third Street in Venice, part of the City of Los Angelesโ continuing efforts to improve sanitation, safety, and public access along the coastline.
The operation was led by the Department of Public Works in collaboration with the Los Angeles Police Department, LA County Beaches and Harbors, and Clean Harbors Environmental Services. Enforcement focused on a homeless encampment occupying sections of Third Street.
Crews instructed individuals sheltering along the street to vacate within 15 minutes, advising that belongings left behind would be removed in accordance with city protocols. Most complied, collecting their possessions before sanitation workers cleared the remaining debris.
Advance cleanup notices had been posted prior to the sweep. Outreach teams from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) were on site providing assistance, including hygiene kits, food, clothing, and bottled water. Staff from Councilwoman Traci Parkโs office monitored the effort to ensure coordination among agencies.
No arrests or citations were reported.
City officials say such operations are part of a broader dual-track strategyโmaintaining public order while connecting unhoused residents with housing and social services.
Santa Monica Closeup will continue to document coastal enforcement, homelessness outreach, and public safety measures across the Westside.
#VeniceBeach #Homelessness #PublicSafety #LawEnforcement #CleanupOperation
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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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