KTTV - Investigative

Warning Over A Dangerous Drug Called 'Molly'

Carlos Amezcua — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:38:00 EDT

The name may sound benign, but "Molly" is a powdered form of MDMA, the molecular compound found in Ecstasy, and it's often laced with other highly addicted drugs.

Doctor Molesters: How Patients Can Protect Themselves

Christina Gonzalez — Thu, 9 May 2013 14:44:00 EDT

In a FOX 11 Investigates, we tell the story of some doctors who are now facing criminal charges for sexually abusing patients.

Fraud Moms: Scamming Insurance Companies

Gina Silva — Fri, 3 May 2013 11:18:00 EDT

A group of women busted for allegedly scamming hundreds of thousands of dollars from the government and private insurance companies.

Patients Say LA 'Doctor From Hell' Scarred Them

Gina Silva — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:17:00 EDT

Dozens of patients have complained to the California Medical Board about a Los Angeles doctor they say left them horribly scarred. So why after so many complaints was the doctor allowed to continue hurting patients?

How To Find A Good & Legit Plastic Surgeon

FOX 11 Web Staff — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 03:07:00 EDT

If you are considering plastic surgery, do your homework. It is crucial you know your doctor well. When a doctor is not trained or qualified the results can be deadly.

Judge Releases Manson Murder Tapes to LAPD

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 21:58:00 EDT

A federal judge in Texas has ruled that the LAPD should be able to get their hands on 40-year-old Manson murder tapes.

No Noz, No Party

Gigi Graciette — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:02:00 EDT

Noz - it's the latest drug of choice for teenagers. Cheap but often deadly, inhaling nitrous oxide from a balloon, or huffing as it's called, is now the "in" thing to do at parties.

No Laughing Matter: 7 Arrested for Distributing Nitrous Oxide

Pablo Pereira — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:33:00 EDT

Laughing Gas or "NOZ" as it is called is no laughing matter to law enforcement. Search warrants were served at 17 locations Friday in Southern California.

Community Caught in the Crossfire: El Sereno Gang War

Martin Burns — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 10:16:00 EST

Police tell us the attack is just part of a wave of violence rolling across El Sereno. Half a dozen men have been murdered recently. One man was shot after a dispute at a taco truck.

Deadly Trash Talk on Twitter

Pablo Pereira — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 02:54:00 EST

Behind the investigation. Tracking down the Twitter beef between Geno Hall and his alleged shooter.

Tobacco Black Market Thriving In California Prisons

Chris Blatchford — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 21:04:00 EST

Seven years ago, the use of tobacco was banned by all California prisons after officials became concerned about the growing cost of healthcare for inmates addicted to nicotine. But the tobacco black market is thriving.

Part 2: Blackmailers Behind Girl's Cyber-Bullying Death?

Pablo Pereira — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:16:00 EST

Five seconds ruined Amanda Todd's life. That's how long it took for the teen to flash her breasts on a webcam. After years of harassment, she committed suicide. Gina Silva with Part 2 of her special report.

Cyber Bully Blackmailer Part 1

Gina Silva — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 11:02:00 EST

Could your teen become the victim of cyber bully webcam blackmail? FOX 11 takes a look at people who hide behind cyber secrecy, blackmailing, tricking young victims for provocative videos.

Having a 'Facebook Party'? The Police Are On To You

Gina Silva — Fri, 9 Nov 2012 11:40:00 EST

Fox 11 has been following "Facebook Parties" -- wild events, promoted on social media drawing hundreds of kids. Now, because of our reports, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is cracking down.

Customers Burned By The Tan Man

Gina Silva — Thu, 1 Nov 2012 15:56:00 EDT

They call him the ‘tan man' ... A tanning salon owner convicted of ripping off customers. But he's on probation and back in business.

Rampant Food Stamp Fraud - Part 1

Gina Silva — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:58:00 EDT

He scammed a million dollars worth of food stamps and got caught red-handed. Gina Silva and FOX 11 Investigates how one guy made a "Dirty Welfare Deal!"

Judge Salcido Part 1

Gina Silva — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:09:00 EDT

Do California's family courts punish parents for reporting child abuse? Many people…especially mothers - say ‘yes.' Gina Silva continues her series ‘Lost In The System.'

Children Lost in the Family Court System

Robin Sax — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:05:00 EDT

In Part 1, We hear from mothers who say the system is weighted against them. They claim that Family Court judges have given custody of their children to an abusive parent.

Damon's Story - Lost In The System

Gina Silva — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:02:00 EDT

16-year-old Damon has been all over the web telling how he's running from a father he says abused him and how a court system has failed to protect him. In an exclusive interview while still in hiding, Damon tells his story which he's been trying to tell for years, mostly through YouTube.

'Flocking'...A New Type Of Street Crime - Part 3

Gina Silva — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 11:22:00 EDT

We've been covering the story for months about 'Flocking' - that is burglars that "flock" to a neighborhood, cleaning out house after house... The LAPD has been cracking down on these gangs...but now

The 'Dirty Doctor'

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 14:18:00 EDT

They're calling him a 'Dirty Doctor.' He was unlawfully prescribing prescription drugs - until some of his patients turned out to be cops.

Justice Finally Catching Up with One of LA's Most Notorious Gangs

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 10:49:00 EDT

It's a gang that murdered on a wholesale basis - killing at random, killing innocent people, killing witnesses slated to testify against them. They are called the 'Asian Boyz.'

That Home Is Worth What? FOX 11 Investigates The LA County Assessors Office Part 3

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 10:36:00 EDT

For months now -- the LA District Attorney has been investigating the County Assessors office for allegedly giving tax breaks to the wealthy in exchange for political contributions.

Unsolved Triple Murder Case in Pinyon Pines Getting Attention

Patrick OBrien — Wed, 8 Aug 2012 17:58:00 EDT

A cold case is getting a lot of attention, thanks to a group of private investigators. They are announcing a $100,000 reward for any information leading to the arrest of people who murdered a family then set them on fire. Call 855-44-BECKY

'Flocking'...A New Type Of Street Crime - Part 2

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:32:00 EDT

Street gangs call them ‘Flocking Crews'…teams of burglars targeting wealthy neighborhoods. But now, some of these crews are expanding to violent, even deadly crimes. Police say flocking crews have spread.

'Flocking'...A New Type Of Street Crime

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:32:00 EDT

Crooks call it ‘Flocking'. Burglaries…organized by street gangs. Gina Silva reports that they've hit thousands of homes…in this FOX 11 Investigates.

That Home Is Worth What? FOX 11 Investigates The LA County Assessors Office Part 2

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:34:00 EDT

We continue now our investigation into a ‘growing scandal' at the LA County Assessors Office. In this report, we detail the 'secret ways' that one appraiser unlawfully lowered the value of a property.

‘Chaos By Cop' Part 2

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:16:00 EDT

Police misconduct rules… are very clear cut. But what if the officer is off-duty - working private security?? Case in point, our recent report on LAPD officer Mark Mireles.

Section 8 Housing Fraud Scandal Follow Up

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 14:59:00 EDT

Rita Aleksanyan was not only scamming the housing authority for years - she was actually caught red handed trying to bribe a public official so her friends could get free rent.

That Home Is Worth What? FOX 11 Investigates The LA County Assessors Office

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 13:28:00 EDT

Some wealthy homeowners have been getting property tax breaks worth millions of dollars... Thanks to the LA County Assessors Office.

‘Chaos By Cop'

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:45:00 EDT

Mark Mireles is a decorated police officer, praised as an LAPD hero. But now there are allegations that while off duty he has used intimidation and threats…It's a dark shadow following one of LAPD's brightest.

Section 8 Housing Fraud Scandal

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:09:00 EDT

A woman tried to get free rent for her friends by offering thousands of dollars to employees of the section eight housing authority. FOX 11 Investigative Reporter Gina Silva has been digging on the story.

'Cruisers'

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:33:00 EDT

It's almost a tradition in South L.A. Every Sunday, people bring out their souped-up cars and lay rubber on the pavement. It gets rowdy…and the police don't like it.

The 'Green Nation' - Out To Replace Hells Angels As The 'Baddest' Outlaw Biker Gang Part 2

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:33:00 EDT

Insiders say the Vagos Motorcyle Club - also called 'The Green Nation' - is on a mission to replace the Hells Angels as the "Baddest" outlaw biker gang.

The 'Green Nation' - Out To Replace Hells Angels As The 'Baddest' Outlaw Biker Gang

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:19:00 EDT

Insiders say the Vagos Motorcyle Club - also called 'The Green Nation' - is on a mission to replace the Hells Angels as the "Baddest" outlaw biker gang.

'Mafia College Boy'

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:19:00 EDT

He was a low-key college student...but also an East L.A. gangster, prolific drug dealer, Mexican Mafia associate and federal fugitive. Now, he's in a federal lock-up waiting to be sentenced to a life.

More On 'Project X' Parties

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 15:29:00 EDT

They call them 'Project X Parties'. We've been reporting on these wild teen blow-outs for months... Gina Silva is back with another FOX 11 Investigative Report - an exclusive look at how one "X" party

'Project X' Parties

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:35:00 EDT

"Follow the Gnome... " From East L.A... to Woodland Hills... to Beverly Hills... Like in that movie Project X - the teen fantasy of the wildest party ever...so many are following the Gnome. We've been

Facebook Parties & Nitrous Oxide

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Tue, 3 Jul 2012 14:40:00 EDT

FOX 11's Gina Silva series on Facebook parties continues with a report on Nitrous Oxide also known as 'NOZ.' Her crew goes undercover to find out where partiers are buying their NOZ and why no one has stopped them.

Facebook Teen Drug Parties Part 3 - Violence Now A Problem

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 15:51:00 EDT

In Part Three…Gina Silva reports on the violence that happens in the Facebook party scene. FOX 11 reported earlier this month how teens are using Facebook to promote massive parties.

'Facebook Teen Drug Parties' Part 1

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 15:33:00 EDT

They sell drinks and drugs, like nitrous oxide and invite thousands of 'friends' on Facebook. Gina Silva reports on the dangerous, and sometimes violent new scene called 'Facebook Parties.'

'Skacore'

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:25:00 EDT

In L.A.'s backlots, "skacore" is bubbling up from the underground with roots in ska, rock en espanol and punk. promoter Estevan Flores ( latopshot.com ) says its good clean fun. For more info: www.latopshot.com

'Toddlers And Tiaras'

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:20:00 EDT

Bikinis, fancy dresses, we take a look at what it takes to become the face of "Toddlers and Tiaras." Some argue that it helps and some passionately protest these pageants saying they hurt children.. Think

Teen Mania: Endurance Bootcamp Or Religious Cult?

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:14:00 EDT

It's an intense military style Christian retreat that promises to transform lives and inspire a greater love for God…and for thousands - it did just that. But Gina Silva reports some teens say they were

LAX Molester

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:06:00 EDT

Airport police at LAX are supposed to protect the frequent flying public, but one officer, Michael Stauton is being investigated by the the District Attorney on assault charges.

'LA's Hip Hop Underground'

Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 15:27:00 EDT

They call him 'Monstah'…A name he earned promoting gangster rap and hip hop music. He's made a business of getting unknown artists a shot at the big time…but as Gina Silva reports, Monstah's world is

18th Street Serial Killer

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:10:00 EDT

He's an '18th Street Serial Killer' and detectives believe he may be good for nearly 2-dozen murders and attempted murders.

Killed The Wrong Guy

Tue, 3 Jul 2012 14:32:00 EDT

A hot-headed gang member from Boyle Heights is on his way to prison... It's a case that has powerful ties to the Mexican Mafia.

Ordered By The Mexican Mafia To Do A Hit...But Killed The Wrong Guy

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:08:00 EDT

A Whittier gang member…convicted of two murders, including a botched hit for the Mexican Mafia - was sentenced to the death penalty.

Prison 'SNY Gangs' Part 1