Kemsley is one of a number of wealthy residents targeted in so-called follow-home robberies in upscale enclaves of Los Angeles. Q: These robberies have gotten a lot of attention from the media, but has the overall incidence of robberies and burglaries in Los Angeles risen significantly? The follow-home robberies are definitely a factor in the increase. Many have involved suspects armed with guns, as was the case in Kemsley’s robbery. Q: In November, the LAPD announced a task force set up to stop follow-home robberies.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 13, 2022 08:18 UTC