The Bulletin

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AN AMERICAN PRINT MEDIA PUBLICATION

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2019

Young Compton Resident Killed in Hit-and-Run

By Staff Reports

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OMPTON–Los Angeles County Sheriff ’s investigators are searching for the driver of a Blue Mitsubishi Montero that apparently broadsided a Nissan driven by 20-year-old Jennifer Lopez, killing the young Compton resident. The driver of the Mitsubishi, whose back window displays a sticker, “With God All Things Are Possible” and “Baby on Board,” fled the

scene. The accident occurred at 8:50 p.m. Ms. Lopez is believed to have been driving east on Alondra Blvd. when struck on the driver’s side by the suspects’ SUV that is believed to have been travelling south on Bullis Rd., east of Long Beach Blvd. Ms. Lopez was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver fled before deputies arrived, abandoning the hit-

and-run vehicle at the point of collision. At least one other Sticker visible on the year window of the vehicle whose driver fled the scene. vehicle was involved but inside,” Lopez’ cousin Ivonne Guz- know; let the cops know.” detectives have not yet disclosed what man said in remarks broadcast on Investigators did not release a role if any it played in the collision. Fox 11. detailed description of the driver They say Ms. Lopez was the lone oc“All we want is justice. Who- but asked anyone with information cupant of her vehicle. ever saw the person (responsi- to call the Sheriff ’s Homicide Bu“She was just a happy person ble for the crash), please let us reau at 323- 890-5500.

Sporting Compton Obama College Shirt, Boulevard Michelle Obama Dedicated Cheers College-Bound During Students at UCLA Ceremony

Courtesy Daily Bruin By Staff Reports

LOS ANGELES (CNS)— Former first lady Michelle Obama led a raucous pep rally at UCLA Wednesday for 10,000 high school seniors and transfer students in celebration of their moves into higher education, telling them to never stop dreaming of reaching loftier goals. “I had someone tell me you shouldn’t reach too high,” Obama—sporting a Compton College shirt—told the crowd at UCLA’s Pauley Pavilion. “They told me I wanted too much for myself. I should

dream a little smaller. And let me tell you, that will happen to you again and again and again. They are haters. “... In those moments ... because they will come up, you have to ask yourselves whether you’re going to believe the haters or whether you’re going to believe the truth of your story.” Obama, joined by a host of celebrities including John Legend and Conan O’Brien, spoke to the students on College Signing Day, part of the Reach Higher campaign she started in the White House in 2014. The campaign is an effort n Michelle, see page 5

LOS ANGELES (CNS)—A South Los Angeles street was renamed in honor of former President Barack Obama during a festival Saturday, featuring musical guests Doug E. Fresh, Yo-Yo, BJ the Chicago Kid, Battlecat and Kurrupt. The Los Angeles City Council unanimously voted in August to rename a 3.5-mile stretch of Rodeo Road as Obama Boulevard. “I’m thrilled that Los Angeles will be home to Obama Boulevard,” City Council President Herb Wesson said last month. “Our history is important and this is one way that we will ensure that America’s 44th president’s legacy is shared for generations to come for Angelenos and visitors alike.” The thoroughfare is in Wesson’s council district and near “President’s Row,” a series of streets named after former presidents. It includes Washington Boulevard, Adams Boulevard and Jefferson Boulevard. “In this moment of political tumult on the national level, it’s important to take stock of the tremendous accomplishment that was Barack Obama’s presidency,” county Supervisor n Obama Blvd., see page 5

“His ascent to our nation’s highest office represents, in some ways, the fulfillment of Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream.” Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas

LA City Officials point to the name change of a stretch of Rodeo Road to Obama Boulevard.

Compton Station Honors 5 Fallen Officers from Compton PD and LASD

By Staff Reports

COMPTON—Since its incorporation in 1888, the City of Compton has been serviced by two law enforcement agencies, the Compton Police Department, and beginning in 2000, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

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n more than 130 years, five officers have fallen in the line of duty. Last week, Compton Station unveiled a memorial wall honoring officers who died in the line of duty serving their city, all since 1962. Thanks to the efforts of retired Sergeant James Rewald, Deputies Javier Flores (Aero Bureau), Steven Kankiewski (Aero Bureau), and Jesse Carrara (Compton Sheriff ’s Station), their

vision for a place of honor was masterfully realized, dedicating the memorial, “Honoring Our Fallen.” Chief Eli Vera, who worked at Compton Station early in his career, participated in the unveiling. Police Officer Dess K. Phipps was killed in an automobile accident during a high speed pursuit October 12, 1962, and passed away that n Fallen Officers., see page 5


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