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Attempted murder suspect
LASIKEBLOG.jpgHawthorne. This is Mataele Lasike. Police say he is suspected in a gang-related shooting that occurred on Valentine's Day near Mansel Avenue and Imperial Highway.

Police said you should not contact him directly because he might be armed.

If you have any information about Lasike's whereabouts, call the Hawthorne Police Department at 310-349-2700 or dispatch at 310-675-4443.

Auto theft suspect
MANGISIBLOG.jpgHawthorne. Police are looking for Sioni Mangisi, 39, who allegedly stole a 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe parked at the Rustic Light on Hawthorne Boulevard on Oct. 9. Officers in the Hawthorne helicopter gave chase.

Driving at high speed, Mangisi allegedly lost control of the SUV in the 13000 block of Washington Avenue, hit several cars and a school fence. The damage was nearly $50,000. Mangisi broke his leg and was taken to a hospital, but was not arrested. He has since been charged.

If you know his whereabouts, call the Hawthorne Police Department at 310-349-2700 or detectives at 310-349-2820.

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