Disclaimer:
The LAPDonline.org® website has made reasonable efforts to provide an accurate translation. However, no automated or computerized translation is perfect and is not intended to replace human or traditional translation methods. The official text is the English version of the LAPDonline.org® website. If any questions arise concerning the accuracy of the information presented by the translated version of the website, please refer to the English edition of the website, which is the official version.
News Release Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Police Arrest Four for Graffiti
Los Angeles: On April 19, 2008, at around 4:00 a.m., patrol officers were dispatched to a radio call to investigate a group of burglary suspects at the Whole Food for Life Market at 3070 Los Feliz Boulevard.
When police arrived, they saw four suspects on the roof of the market and established a perimeter to contain the group. After police ordered the group down, one adult and two juveniles climbed down and were immediately taken into custody without incident. The remaining juvenile, a 14-year-old male climbed down moments later.
Sergeant Richard Rakitis, 28 years, and 2 months with the Department, placed his hands on the 14-year-old juvenile to take him into custody. The teen suddenly became combative and turned towards Rakitis. Rakitis attempted to grab the juvenile and a struggle ensued. During the struggle, the teen was hit above the eyebrow with a flashlight.
The juvenile suffered a bruise to his eyebrow and was taken to a local hospital where he was treated and released.
The investigation revealed the suspects had trespassed to gain access to a rooftop to spray paint graffiti on an adjacent billboard. All four were booked for felony vandalism.
Force Investigation Division will be handling the incident.
2008 archives 
