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Azusa Residents Demand LA Metro Stop Dumping Homeless People
Azusa residents accuse LA Metro of repeatedly dumping homeless people overnight, demanding fare gates and changes to train clearances.
In brief
Azusa residents accuse LA Metro of repeatedly dumping homeless people overnight, demanding fare gates and changes to train clearances. Azusa residents are furious after LA Metro repeatedly dumps homeless people on their streets overnight, pushing for fare gates and changes to train clearances. Originally reported by…
Azusa residents furious
Residents accuse LA Metro of repeatedly dumping homeless people on streets overnight, citing break-ins and stolen parcels.
“We have seen an influx of homeless people being kicked off the train at a certain time and then they’re just roaming into the community, which is terrorizing our neighbors”
Surveillance footage shows activity
Surveillance shows people climbing over metal gates into residential complexes and public urination near front doors.
“Surveillance footage supplied by lujan reportedly shows people climbing over a metal gate into a residential complex”
Metro defends overnight clearances
Metro says overnight clearances are necessary for train cleaning and maintenance before morning services resume.
“the agency says the final two a line trains stop in azusa because continuing to pomona would leave workers with only about 45 minutes to complete their tasks”
City officials push for action
Azusa mayor and city manager demand fare gates and stronger enforcement, saying the city lacks resources to manage the situation.
“we don’t have the resources to support them”
Long Beach similar complaints
Long Beach residents raised similar concerns about overnight train clearances in 2022, with 39 homeless people forced off trains nightly.
“a metro assessment cited in a board motion found an average of 39 people experiencing homelessness were forced off the final two trains in long beach each night”
Metro responds with outreach
Metro plans fare gates, increased cleaning, security, and outreach services for people experiencing homelessness.
“we are committed to continuing the tremendous benefits of the a line while addressing the concerns about what happens around stations during late-night hours”
Here's the gist
Azusa residents are furious after LA Metro repeatedly dumps homeless people on their streets overnight, pushing for fare gates and changes to train clearances.
