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Edgewood High School assault and the murder of Charlie Ortiz

Lisette Velazquez told the council her son Charlie was assaulted with brass knuckles at Edgewood High in October 2025, with no police report or investigation — and was murdered three months later. Councilmember Gutierrez asked the police chief to meet the family and open an internal affairs complaint.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 15, 2026

CriticalPublic Safety

Fire Chief Appointment

Greg McKeown has been appointed as West Covina's new Fire Chief, taking over leadership of local emergency services.

2 mentionsLast discussed Mar 17, 2026