NEWYou can now hear Fox News articles. A growing wave of residential break-ins across Los Angeles County has raised alarm among residents, and prompted a surge of police resources. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced that she had directed the LAPD strategically to deploy additional patrols on Ventura Boulevard in response to a string or break-ins at neighborhoods such as Sherman Oaks Encino and North Hollywood. “The safety and security of every Angeleno are my top priorities.” Bass said that the City had zero tolerance for recent burglaries. Residents deserve to feel safe, especially at home, and we’ll continue to provide the resources needed to keep them safe. The latest incident happened early Tuesday morning, when suspects tried to break into a house on Noble Avenue in Sherman Oaks at around 1:30 am, according to the police. CALIFORNIA LOOTERS NOW FEEL ‘HARD-CHARGING CONSEQUENCES’ AFTER BLUESTATE ABANDONED THE SOFT-ON CRIME APPROACHAuthorities claim the attempted break-in was part of a larger spike in crimes which began around April 10. This is similar to burglary patterns that were seen in the San Fernando Valley over the past few years. It is unclear if the incidents are linked or if they were committed by a group of people targeting a specific neighborhood. Officials at the time emphasized that while overall crime statistics were on the decline, targeted crimes such as break-ins continued fueling fear in the affected communities. In 2025, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell stated that “our hearts go out to families who are grieving this senseless death.” We understand that, while crime statistics may be down, the fear and hurt it causes are very real. The department took a “all-hands on deck” approach to combat organized burglary, increasing patrol visibility at night, using license plate readers and air support, and working with regional tasks forces. OFFICIALS IN CALIFORNIA REOPEN CERTAIN PALISADES FIRES ZONES; COPS TO USE PLANES FOR LOOTINGIn response, the LAPD Operations-Valley Bureau has increased enforcement, increasing patrols, and placing a noticeable police presence in the areas most affected by the crimes. FOX 11 reported. Officers are using mobile plate readers to monitor high-value burglaries, deploying air support and coordinating with specialized divisions. City leaders have emphasized a zero tolerance approach as residents become more concerned about crimes that occur “night after night.” Officials told FOX 11 that there is “zero tolerance” for the crimes in the Valley. They added that resources are being increased in order to apprehend the perpetrators. Police say that in one recent burglary, burglars broke into a home from a second-story window and stole cash and valuables. “It is nice to be part of a community. We watch out for eachother. Follow us on XFor others, routine activities like nightly dog walks have been transformed into informal neighborhood patrols. Gault said, “It’s really disturbing because there have been so many.” GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAILOthers say that residents may need to take extra precautions in addition to relying on law enforcement. Dustin Heindel said, “It is great if our tax dollars or the community do stuff. “But at the end of the day, I think that you should do whatever you need to to protect yourself. Police are also urging residents in the area to take basic security precautions as crimes continue. The LAPD North Hollywood Division reports that residential burglaries are on the rise in the area. They urge homeowners to make sure their security cameras are functioning, to keep windows and doors closed, and to notify a neighbor or a security company if they are planning to be away for an extended period.