OTHER MATTERS

Los Angeles, California

August  4,  2025

(Today’s Date) 

March  6,  2022

(Original Date) 

*Denotes a change in the original publication of the blog, either addition or deletion, or both 

**UPDATE—Denotes NEW information being provided after the original publication of the blog 

STEPHEN “tWitch” BOSS’S SUICIDE NOTE SHOULD BE MADE PUBLIC, TO THE EXTENT IT CAN BE ;  IT WOULD BE AN INVALUABLE RESOURCE TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC AS TO THE REASONS SOME PEOPLE COMMIT SUICIDE 

For those not aware, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, 40,  formerly of  “So You Think You Can Dance”, as a dancer, and of the Ellen DeGeneres Show, as co-executive producer, died “of a self-inflicted gunshot wound“.  He was “found dead inside a motel room in Encino (CA) on Dec. 13” (2022).

I first became aware of  tWitch when he was a contestant on So You Think You Can Dance, a television dance contest show.  He appeared to be a very likable person.  And, every time I would see him (on television) after SYTYCD, he was upbeat and out-going.  And, as can be seen, he was successful after the show.  So when I discovered that he had passed, by suicide, the first thing that came to mind was WHY?  And, I said to myself, I wish he had left a suicide “note” so that at least we (the public) would know why.  I didn’t know that there was a note at the time of my thinking, but, I discovered later that, in fact, there was a note left.

I believe that, unlike in some of these murder cases, where a killer has murdered multiple people and then is killed himself (either by the police or self-inflicted), the motive for tWitch’s killing himself  is very important for others who might do the same thing under the same or similar circumstances as tWitch. 

Many times when a killer kills one or more people, and then is killed or kills himself, the police states the question is, what was the  killer’s motive ?  Most times, with a few exceptions, what difference does it make what the killer’s  motive is?  The victims are dead and the killer is dead.  But, in the case of suicide victims, motive is very important for others who might do the same thing, for the same reasons, e.g.,  as tWitch.  It might help the “others” avoid the same fate as tWitch.  *So that tWitch’s suicide would not have been in vain.

Thus, pertinent parts of the note pointing to motive for the suicide should be published for the benefit of the public or for the good of the public.  If there are parts of the note that may be objectionable by tWitch’s family as being personal and private, perhaps those parts could be excluded, unless, perhaps, if they were crucial to the motive.  In fact, the parts of the note going to motive might be summarized rather than publishing the note itself.  

Clearly, the note is under the jurisdiction of the police and is evidence of the suicide.  So, the police has the authority to produce and/or publicize the note or a version of the note for the public.  *If the police can produce body-cam evidence to inform the public, it can also produce a suicide note, or portions thereof, to inform the public, and to perhaps help other persons in tWitch’s situation or circumstance avoid suicide.

Why would a successful Black man, or any man, who “has it made” *(fame, fortune, and family) commit suicide ?  

Rest in peace,  tWitch.  

UPDATE—January  24, 2023 

 PBS SO CAL :  THANKS PBS SO CAL FOR YOUR MARVELOUS BROADCASTS AND COVERAGE OF BLACK HISTORY 

After viewing the documentary coverage of Roberta Flack and Ella Fitzgerald tonight, it made me reflect on past documentaries of Black people and Black history, including the superb narration and old film footage, produced by PBS.  And that reflection caused me to offer this thanks to PBS So Cal for it’s coverage of Black history and producing it for the general public, including poor people who can’t afford cable.  Although I have lived in this country all my life, there are happenings about Black people produced by PBS that even I were not aware of.  For instance, in one segment of the Ella Fitzgerald doc , it was revealed that Marilyn Monroe once told a hall, hotel, or other venue, which had refused to allow Fitzgerald to perform at the facility because she was Black, that if the facility would not allow her (Fitzgerald) to perform that she (Monroe) would see to it that no one would show up to see any performance that night.  So, Fitzgerald was allowed to perform. 

So, PBS, please continue your coverage of Black history, and KNOW that the coverage is APPRECIATED.   

UPDATE—July 16, 2023. 

THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY PROPOSAL FOR EXPRESS LANES ON THE 405 FREEWAY :  A BAD IDEA, IF THE EXPRESS LANES ON THE 110 FREEWAY IN LOS ANGELES IS ANY INDICATION 

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) will be considering a proposal to add express/toll lanes on the 405 freeway in Orange County.  From my experience and observation of the L.A. County 110 freeway express lanes, I don’t think it would be a good idea.  

From my experience on the 110 freeway observing the use of the express lanes and the impact it is suppose to have on reducing congestion of the overall traffic, the express lane experiment has failed.  It certainly doesn’t cause less congestion of traffic in the regular lanes, and , in fact, it appears to increase the congestion by denying use of the so-called “express lanes”.  Most people do not use the express lanes, and the few that do are likely mixed with violators. So what’s the benefit of the express lanes ?  The detriment is that it causes more congestion by not allowing use of those lanes for regular traffic .  The only way that express lanes could reduce traffic congestion is by a substantial amount of regular traffic drivers switching to using and paying for express lanes, and I don’t see that from my experience on the 110 freeway.

I think car pool lanes are more effective than express lanes, because clearly a substantial amount of people use the carpool lanes.  Yes, I am using the OCTA proposal to vent about express lanes and the 110 express lanes in general. I don’t see the express lanes helping in lessening traffic jams or congestion. They should be open to all traffic, or, secondarily, to carpools.   

UPDATE—February 8,  2024 

THE CONVICTION OF JENNIFER CRUMBLEY:  AN EMOTIONAL  VERDICT THAT, IN MY VIEW, WILL NOT STAND 

Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of Ethan Crumbley (who killed four high school students, and has pleaded guilty to murder, and is now serving a life sentence), has now been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter of the same 4 people that her son has been convicted of murdering.  I believe Ms. Crumbley’s conviction will be overturned on appeal, if it is appealed, as a matter of Michigan law.  I believe the jury’s verdict was strictly an emotional one, believing that the parents must have been responsible in some way for Ethan’s conduct and actions in the killings; and therefore, the jury accepted the prosecution’s explanation and argument of Crumbley’s guilt for the murders, especially when it was established that the parents bought the gun for Ethan.  But even with the other evidence supporting the gun evidence, the totality of the evidence presented at trial will not overcome the law *(and lack of material evidence supporting the law)  that holds otherwise.

 

In fact, I believe that this is the rare case where Crumbley’s  lawyer should move for judgment of acquittal again, after the jury verdict, even if she has moved before.   Because if the judge review the evidence again, after the jury verdict, and the LAW, he might reconsider his ruling, if previously made.  Of course it would take a strong and  fair judge to take that step, and it is rare that most judges would do so; but, even if the motion is denied, J. Crumbley’s appeal would be clearly focused.

I will not identify or discuss the law or the basis of my belief at this time because  J. Crumbley is represented by counsel and her counsel has a job to do.  But, perhaps my belief will be a word to the wise.  Moreover, Ethan’s father still has a forthcoming trial, and his attorney has a job to do as well.

Finally, I believe there is one other crime connected to the killings that Jennifer Crumbley could have been convicted of IF there was evidence to support it, but the evidence was absent.  So, she could not be convicted of that crime by the jury either.  And, again, I will not name that crime at this time either, because, under the circumstances of this case,  I will not aid the prosecution either.  There are times when I might aid the prosecution, when I believe that an individual should be prosecuted, e.g., the George Floyd case, *or, should NOT be prosecuted, i.e., the George Floyd case again (this time on behalf of one of the police officers charged with the murder of Floyd).  But, this case is not such a case.  I don’t think Jennifer Crumbley, under the circumstances and evidence of the present case should be found responsible for the students’ deaths, only Ethan.  And, I think  Michigan law and the appellate court will find that as well.  

*JAMES CRUMBLEY HAS NOW BEEN CONVICTED OF INVOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER AS WELL (3/15/2024)

James Crumbley, the father of Ethan, has now been convicted of involuntary manslaughter as well.  The same thing that I said about Jennifer Crumbly applies to James as well.  But,  it will depend on the Crumbleys’ lawyers arguing the right thing on appeal.  However, I continue to believe that the Crumbley’s’ convictions will be set aside on appeal based on Michigan law and an appellate court’s review of that law, together with the missing (and necessary) facts needed for conviction.

*THE CRUMBLEYS HAVE NOW BEEN SENTENCED :  10 TO 15 YEARS FOR BOTH 

Jennifer and James Crumbley have been sentenced to 10 to 15 years a piece for the involuntary manslaughter of the four high school students who were killed by their son, Ethan Crumbley.  The Crumbleys were given a total sentence for all four students rather than for each student individually, based on the recommendation of the prosecutors in the case.  

I’m not aware of whether the Crumbleys have decided to appeal or not.  Of course, if neither appeals, we’ll never know whether their convictions would have been overturned on appeal or not.

UPDATE—February  19, 2024 

FANI WILLIS AND THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST NONSENSE. 

This will be a short blogpost.  But, I feel an urge to respond to the controversy.  I will assume my readers are aware of the fact of District Attorney Fani Willis of Fulton County, Georgia prosecuting former President Donald Trump for election interference and racketeering.  With that in mind, recently, Trump’s defense attorneys has attempted to get Willis disqualified from the case based on a charge of conflict of interest based on a romantic relationship between Willis, who is Black  and Nathan Wade, who is Black,  and who was hired by Willis as an outside prosecutor to help assist and/or guide her through the case. 

THE BOTTOMLINE :  The relationship between Willis and Wade has ABSOLUTELY nothing to do with Willis’s prosecution of Trump.  The attempted disqualification of Willis based on her relationship with Wade is nothing more than the defense throwing out a bone to Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee hoping that he bites.  The relationship between Willis and Wade is nothing more than a romantic relationship, for however long it lasted, between two consenting adults, that happen to take place during the course of the trial.  Willis might have wanted or needed some  companionship, and  sex, during the course of the trial to help relieve her tensions and frustrations.  And, the defense attorneys might be jealous because they ain’t  getting none.   See, for instance, the impeachment of Bill Clinton (for his sexual relationship with Monica Lewinsky).  You want to tell me that some of those house and senate members didn’t impeach Clinton out of jealousy.  That is, because they weren’t getting any, at least not the way Clinton got it, i.e., in the White House during business hours.

Anyway, I believe the judge will find that there is no conflict of interest and that Willis is not disqualified from the case based on the relationship between Willis and Wade, even if the relationship started before Wade’s hiring.  The relationship between Willis and Wade have nothing to do with Willis’s prosecution of Trump.  

UPDATE—March  4, 2024 

A FEW OF MY ELECTION PICKS 

1.  For U.S. Senator :  Barbara Lee — because she is the People’s choice, and my choice;  our choice.  The Senate needs a Black female senator.  There are plenty white male senators in the Senate already, so Rep. Adam Schiff, a white male, would just add another one.  But, there are NO Black female senators in the Senate, so Rep. Barbara  Lee would provide a much needed resource for the Senate and for people of color.

2. For L.A. County District Attorney :  No  to George Gascon.  Gascon prosecutes minority public officials, while allowing white ones to go free of prosecution.  That’s called racial discrimination.   If he had run, my choice would be Adewale Oduye, a former prosecutor in the D.A.’s office who “accused supervisors of refusing to confront law enforcement misconduct or pursuing cases against defendants he believed were obviously innocent”.   And, who filed “grievances against supervisors he considered racist”.  Oduye “applied to both the public defender’s and district attorney’s offices, but chose the latter in the hopes of being an agent of change.  ‘A friend of mine told me being a prosecutor, especially as an African American male, is good  because there’s not very many, and you could do a lot of good in the world’, he said.”  Oduye left the D.A.’s office. 

With no Oduye available, my selection, out of the various individuals running for the D.A. office is :  JEFF CHEMERINSKY.  The main reason for me, while not knowing much about any of the candidates, is Chemerinsy’s candidate’s statement, where he referred to his “plan to bring. . . fairness and justice to our communities.” Emphasis added.  I don’t know if he will keep his word or not, but I will give him a shot.  I know Gascon failed.  Moreover,  Chemerinsky has been referred to as a “mini-Gascon” and  “Gascon sequel” by one prosecutor running for the office, and that helps provide me with additional insight as to what type of prosecutor Chemerinsky might be.  Hopefully, he will be similar to Gascon, but better and more fairer and non-discriminatory.  Again, I will give him a shot, as I did Gascon.  

3.  For State Senator, 35th District :  Michelle Chambers.  This was my most difficult decision. Both Chambers and Laura Richardson were unfamiliar to me, but both sent me equal amounts of campaign literature.  And both received  almost equal support from various factions of the Black community.  And, both are accused of being “bullying” politicians.  But, I will go with Chambers because Richardson appear to have slightly more instances or charges of negative and serious misconduct, such as corruption or dishonesty.  To clarify, were Richardson running unopposed or against someone who did not have the support of the community to match hers,  I would not hold the misconduct alone to not vote for her.  But, in a situation where she is matched against someone who has equal support of the community, there has to be someway of distinguishing one person from the other.  In my case, it is conduct or type of conduct, e.g., civil rights action that may have resulted in charges or arrest and prosecution,  that have been exercised by Chambers and Richardson that has made the difference. 

*4.  For U.S. President :  Joe Biden.  Biden may not be perfect, but, compared to Trump, he is.  And, it appears that the only alternative to Biden, for President,  will be Trump.  Biden deserves the full Democratic vote.  

UPDATE—March. 17,  2024 

THE FANI WILLIS DECISION :  NO CONFLICT OF INTEREST; NO DISQUALIFICATION 

Judge Scott McAfee of the Fulton County Superior Court, Georgia, has now found the relationship between District Attorney Fani Willis and her Special Prosecutor Nathan Wade did  not create a conflict of interest and did not disqualify Willis from prosecuting the case against former President Trump.   Although, judge McAfee did find that the Willis-Wade relationship was inappropriate under the circumstances and that one of them had to go, or, leave the case, with Wade subsequently resigning.  

And what did yours truly say :  “I believe that the judge will find that there is no conflict of interest and that Willis is not disqualified from the case based on the relationship between Willis and Wade. . . .” See  February 19th Update above.

Another professional credibility notch.   

UPDATE—April  21,  2024 

MAGIC JOHNSON PARK :  MISGUIDED DECISIONS EQUAL DISREGARD FOR PUBLIC HEALTH, CONCERN, AND CONVENIENCE   

It has come to my attention that several decisions by park officials at Magic Johnson Park has shown a disregard for the welfare, health, concern, or convenience of the mostly minority community. 

First, a park bench (a wooden bench for sitting on only) which has been in the park since the park’s inception (while some other benches have been replaced with iron benches).  The bench is located in a convenient spot in the park for a good view of several sections of the park.  The bench has had to be repaired several times, because, as expected in a public facility, some members of the public misused and/or damaged the bench, such as by exercising on the bench the wrong way.  But, some members of the public are going to misuse or damage certain things, e.g., graffiti, in a public park.    So, now, it appears that park officials are not going to replace it.  Apparently, they have become aggravated by having to repair it.  There was another park bench that was in the same area, a table bench (where several people can sit and eat), which was removed because a homeless person would sleep on the bench now and then (I surmise).  That bench was in a shaded area under a tree.  However, it was not missed as much as the sitting bench.  The sitting bench is missed. 

Here’s the bonehead move that the officials made :  They actually had the bench FIXED and the bench was being used and appreciated.  Then, after about a week, the bench was suddenly REMOVED.  And, it has not been replaced.  Apparently, the officials had second thoughts, and decided, we’ll just take the bench out, and we won’t have to worry about fixing it anymore.  But, what about the patrons of the park ? There was no consideration of their feelings about the bench.  The bench should be replaced.  It was comfortable and presented a good view of the park.  Even if it was going to be replaced with another type of bench, the wooden bench could have remained until the new bench was installed.

Second, one of the main  men’s bathrooms in the park now have only one bathroom stall, and no urinals.  Therefore, only one person can use the bathroom at a time.  This occurred after the park’s construction in conjunction with the demolition of the housing project adjacent to the park.  But, before the new construction, there were two urinals in the bathroom, separated by a partition.  So, at least two people could use the bathroom before  the new  construction.  However, after the new construction, the park built an actual stall with a door, but, removed the only  single urinal.  Therefore, now, only one person can use the restroom at a time.  So, why was the only urinal removed ?  Without a  significant reason, other than cost, the urinal should be replaced.  What do you think happens on holidays with increased attendance at the park ?  And only one person at a time can use the restroom ?

Finally, and most important, for health purposes, a separate and main men’s bathroom, have neither paper towels nor a hand-drying blower to dry one’s hands after using the restroom.  Apparently, the park’s excuse for no towels or a machine blower for drying one’s hands is that some members of the public have stopped up the toilets with paper towels occasionally.  But, that’s expected at public facilities.  It’s going to happen in urban areas, e.g., like graffiti.  So, that’s no excuse for neither paper towels nor a blower.   There is a blower machine in the aforementioned other men’s bathroom with no urinals.  I believe it’s probably a health violation not to have either paper towels or a blower in the restroom.   There should be either hand towels or a hand-drying blower put in the men’s bathroom.  

A word to the wise.

**UPDATE—April 21,  2025  

STOLEN CARS, PROBABLE CAUSE, RACISM, AND THE SHERIFF DEPARTMENT. 

About two weeks ago I discovered two of my automobiles, both Mustangs (‘71 and ‘86), had been stolen from my home.  I later discovered that the cars had actually been stolen a few days before I discovered the theft.  So, I called the Sheriff  Department (Imperial Highway) to report the thefts.  

When the sheriff deputies arrived, I reported the thefts , and I told the deputies that the landlord told me who did it.  It’s a guy who caretakes for my landlord.  We’ve butted heads when I’ve gone to pay the rent. So, I told the deputies that this guy, Daryl, was a suspect.  While one deputy, a male (the other deputy was a female) kept saying that there are “no suspects” , and I kept saying that this Daryl was a suspect.  And, I told the deputies that I wanted this Daryl’s name included in the Report that they were making.  The female deputy pointed to her body camera, suggesting that it was included.   But, I could see where this was going.

However, guess what?  One of my neighbors taped the theft.  After I inquired, the wife of the neighbor had checked her tape, and discovered the theft, and together, we viewed parts of the tape, which had been downloaded to her cellphone.  We could see the theft being perpetrated together. We could see Daryl and a tow truck driver taking one Mustang away.  So, with this viewing in mind,  I proceeded to the Sheriff’s station to report the same.  The desk deputy at the station, after I told him I wanted to report the new facts to someone, left the desk and went to get someone.  He came back with a detective (l’ll call him John).  As I began to describe what had happened (and I got to the point of me viewing the tape), John got an emergency call, and had to leave.  But, he seemed like he would pursue the matter,  as it should be pursued.  The desk deputy had left, so I left.  

Probable Cause For Daryl’s Arrest 

When I returned to the Sheriff station again, I tried to ask for John, but I didn’t describe him correctly (for instance, I thought he was white, but actually, he is Hispanic) so no one knew who he was.  So, another detective (I’ll call him James) was sent out.  After I told him about the theft, he asked me a few questions about my ownership of the vehicles, then , he said, maybe he (Daryl) was doing it for the owner of the property (I rent), who had complained about the vehicles.  I told him I don’t care WHY he did it, he stole my cars, without my consent or permission, and I want him arrested, and my cars returned. The detective said he would get back with me, but never did.  Later, the neighbor sent 5 videos of the theft to the Sheriff Dept. via a link provided by the sheriff.  John later entered the case again.  And, after I told him that there was probable cause for Daryl’s arrest, and that I wanted Daryl arrested, he replied that “there is no probable cause”.  That let me know, he either did not know what probable cause is,  or he is just biased, favoring the suspect and property owner.

Here’s the deal :  When Daryl took (stole) my cars from my home without my consent or permission, he committed Grand Theft Auto (GTA), among other crimes such as larceny and criminal trespass.  In addition to the initial evidence I had, e.g., the neighbor’s wife and I viewing the theft by Daryl on videotape and other evidence, when the sheriff received the 5 videos of the theft, that was sufficient evidence for probable cause for the sheriff to arrest Daryl.  The detectives should know what probable cause is and means, so I won’t discuss it here.  However, instead of arresting Daryl based on probable cause, the detectives decided that they would skip over probable cause, forego arresting him, and entertain his reason or motive for stealing my cars.  Not only is that not usual police procedure, but, it is improper.  If Daryl has a reason for the theft, he can present that reason to a judge or jury at his trial, i.e., his defense. But now, he must be arrested (especially, since he is not the owner of the property). So, now, he hasn’t been arrested, and I still don’t have my cars.

READERS :  When is the last time you’ve heard the police/sheriff , after a theft of property (such as a smash and grab, of clothing, jewelry, or other) has been caught on tape, refuse to arrest the suspected thief, while entertaining his reason for the theft ?  “I stole the goods to give them to the poor”! Okay, we won’t arrest you.  That’s a good reason!    It’s never done. It’s always arrest him or her first, and find out his reasons later (after the arrest), i.e., tell it to the judge (or jury).

Racial Bias   

I believe and charge that the reason that Daryl has not been arrested is because I’m Black.  If I was a white man, under the same circumstances as here (including the suspect being Black), Daryl would have been arrested within two to three days after the detectives viewed the tape, or, probably, after he told them he had seen the tape and identified Daryl.  Thus, I charge racial bias in the refusal to arrest Daryl and secure my cars.  

The Sheriff Department   

The detectives at the sheriff department acted in a biased way.  First, I asked to see the videos that were sent to the sheriff dept. on my behalf.  Initially, two deputies, John and another deputy, said that they didn’t want me to see the videos to protect the integrity of the case.  Then, after I asked again, telling them I wanted to compare the tape with the tape I had seen.  The detectives said the tapes were distorted, and you couldn’t see much of anything on them, NONE of them.  Then, at a different time, when I asked to see the tapes again, John said that I would have to subpoena them to see them.  This is all biased conduct, tending to protect the suspect rather than the victim.  John said he went to talk to the homeowner, but, I’m not charging the homeowner, I’m charging Daryl, and he should be arrested.  And, *(deleted).  

My Next Moves 

If no satisfaction from the detectives, then I will need to speak with Sheriff Robert Luna. And, if no satisfaction from Luna, then, the final decision maker, who will know what probable cause for an arrest  is, will be District Attorney Nathan Hochman.  

Note: I’m not using true names for several persons at this time because of benefit of the doubt at this time, but it may change.

*Update—August 1, 2025  

NEW FACTS AND ANOTHER CRIME :  BUT, NO ARRESTS. 

There has been new facts and an additional crime committed and discovered since the last time I published this blogpost.  Yet, no arrest of either Daryl has been made. 

I have now had my two Mustangs found and recovered.  They were found in large part due to the efforts of John, the Detective.  And, I thanked him for finding them.  They were discovered and found in a city called Little Rock, California, near Palmdale.  I had to travel to Little Rock to retrieve the vehicles.  And, I had to have the vehicles towed back to L.A. at my expense. 

Prior to traveling to Little Rock to retrieve the vehicles, I learned from a Lt. Salgado (at the time stationed at the South L.A. location of the Sheriff Dept.) that one of the thieves had utilized a false bill of sale to secure the assistance of the Little Rock tow truck driver in stealing the cars.  So when I traveled to Little Rock and spoke with the tow truck driver, he showed me the pictured driver’s license of the person who had utilized the false bill of sale to secure his services.  I recognized the person; it was the property owner’s nephew, a Daryl.  So, when I returned to L.A., and sometime later, I informed Det. John of this. So, now, John was aware of evidence of two separate crimes committed by the car thieves , GTA and using a false bill of sale.  Still, no arrests. 

So, I filed a Complaint against John for not further investigating the conduct of the car thieves, and for not showing me the videoes for identification purposes, if nothing else.  Later, I received a response from Sheriff Luna stating that “appropriate administrative action was taken upon conclusion of the investigation”.  So, what does that mean ?  I followed up to get a further explanation of the results of the review of the Complaint, per the letter, but I’m still not satisfied after speaking with a Lieutenant. So, I’ll try speaking to the signed author of the letter (not Luna)(a Captain).

**UPDATE—August 3, 2025 

THANKS TO THE SHERIFF DEPT. FOR EXPEDITIOUS ACTION AND RECOVERY OF A THIRD STOLEN VEHICLE 

On July 8, 2025, I had a third vehicle stolen, a Kia Optima.  This time I must commend the sheriff department, and voice my appreciation for its (their) swift action, resulting in the recovery of my car within 3 hours after I reported it stolen. I was also lucky in that I noticed it stolen soon after it happened.  But, it was the sheriff dept’s swift action on the report of a stolen vehicle that was the outstanding aspect of the entire scenario.  And, I thank officer Jennifer Alvarado and the other officers involved who appeared with the return of my car. 

The four young thieves (estimated to be about 16 years old) escaped without apprehension. But, unlike the case of my two stolen Mustangs, there is no videotape (so far), no identification of the teenagers, no photo telephone and driver’s license evidence, and no evidence of other crimes committed by the teenagers. 

Thus,  I will continue to pursue the arrest and prosecution of the individuals (adults) who stole the Mustangs and who have been and/or can be identified.