The intersection of PCH and Heathercliff Road, where Emily Shane died, now bears her name. Malibu added the sign Aug. 6, 2011, what would have been Emily Shane’s 15th birthday. Photo by Kyle McCabe On Easter weekend in 2010, Michel and Ellen Shane went about their normal Saturday morning routine. The parents of three daughters drove to the Palisades for a spin class, then … [Read more...] about Malibu Roads Pose Fatal Threat to Vulnerable Road Users
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Students Feel Safe on Campus and in Malibu Despite Crime Increases
Pepperdine University and the surrounding Malibu area both have a reputation for being secluded and safe. While overall crime rates at the University and in Malibu have fallen, certain crimes — such as burglary and weapons charges — have trended upward in recent years. In 2019, people in Malibu reported 1,128 crimes in the area, showing a decline in total reported crime … [Read more...] about Students Feel Safe on Campus and in Malibu Despite Crime Increases
Transient Man Arrested after Break-in at Stinkies
A darkened corridor on the second floor of "The Stinkies" apartment complex, located less than a mile from campus off of Civic Center Way. Photo by Milan Loiacono A transient man accused of breaking into a student's off-campus apartment was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 19 on suspicion of sexual assault with intent to commit a sex crime. The LA County Sheriff's Department … [Read more...] about Transient Man Arrested after Break-in at Stinkies
Developing: Suspect In Custody After Major Car Crash on PCH Involving Pepp Students
Photo Courtesy of Maggie Davis One male suspect is in custody after a car crash occurred late Saturday night involving multiple vehicles on Pacific Coast Highway, according to Lost Hills Sheriff's Department. The crash involved seven members of Pepperdine's Men's Basketball Team and four members of Dance in Flight. The conditions of the individuals are unknown at this … [Read more...] about Developing: Suspect In Custody After Major Car Crash on PCH Involving Pepp Students
Two Cars Flip Over in One Day
Photos by Kelly Rodriguez, Brianna Willis, and Gabrielle GontaTwo car crashes occurred near the intersection of Malibu Canyon Road and Civic Center Way outside the main entrance of Pepperdine on Thursday afternoon. In each crash, a car flipped over. The second accident involved Pepperdine student Chris Zhao, who has not responded for comment.Officer Joseph Telles of the Lost … [Read more...] about Two Cars Flip Over in One Day