Arrests in Brand Park shooting

Glendale police arrested two Armenian men in connection with the shooting last week at Brand Park. Here's the press release:

"Once again, I take pride in the efforts of the men and women of the Glendale Police Department as I announce the arrests of two individuals we believe to be involved in the egregious shooting at Brand Park,” said Chief Randy G. Adams of the Glendale Police Department. “Our Detectives have been working around the clock to apprehend those responsible for this crime. These acts and those committed by others that take the peace and tranquility out of our neighborhoods will never be tolerated.” The Glendale Police Department have arrested two individuals believed to be involved in the Brand Park shooting that took place on June 26, 2007. Police Detectives along with the Glendale Gang Unit arrested Harutyun Abrahamyan, 21 years old of Pasadena, and Haroutioun Aivazian, 19 years old of Glendale. In the course of the investigation a white SUV, believed to be used during the shooting and a handgun have been recovered. The weapon is currently being examined by our forensic personnel. The investigation is on going and this is just another part of a puzzle we are putting together. The Glendale Police Department continues to ask that anyone with information regarding this incident to call 818-548-4840. It is imperative that anyone who was present in the park on that day, or who may have witnessed any activities that lead up to, during or after the incident, to please contact Detectives. In partnership, it is our goal to not leave any stone unturned and hold all parties responsible to the fullest extent of the law.

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