Deadly Helicopter Crash; New Weapons Ban Bill | SoCal In Brief

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20 February, 2022

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SAN DIEGO, CA — As the weekend wraps up, we've rounded up all the stories you may have missed Saturday and Sunday to prepare you for Monday. But before we jump into the Northern California's top stories, Golden State residents should know that Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled a bill on Friday that would allow private citizens to sue gun makers, a move that would hinder the ability to sell assault weapons in the state. The legislation borrows tactics from a controversial approach to outlawing most abortions in Texas, in which residents are allowed to sue abortion clinics to stop procedures. Read more about that here. Also, a police officer died on Saturday night in a helicopter crash in Newport Beach. Nicholas Vella, 44, and another officer were were on their way to respond to a "disturbance/fight call" on Saturday evening when the helicopter lost altitude and crashed into Newport Bay near the shore by 18th Street. Read more about that here. "Jennifer and I are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Officer Vella. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and the entire Huntington Beach Police Department. Officer Vella's bravery and commitment to protecting his community will not be forgotten," Newsom wrote in a statement on Sunday. Here are some more of the stories you may have missed in the Southland over the holiday weekend. Several Arrests Made In 'Large-Scale' Sideshow In Beverly Hills A large vehicle takeover in Beverly Hills on Friday night drew at least 150 spectators and involved about 100 cars, police said. Police Officer ID'd In Fatal Newport Beach Helicopter Crash A 14-year veteran of the Huntington Beach Police Department, who previously served in Laguna Beach, died in the Saturday evening crash. CA Mega Millions Jackpot Could Climb To $75 Million No tickets were sold with all six numbers in this week's drawing of the Mega Millions lottery, adding more to the pot for the next winner. Woman Dead After Witness Saw Her Jump Off A Cliff In San Pedro A woman in her 20s died after she plummeted 100 feet off a cliff in Los Angeles County, authorities said. 73-Year-Old CA Hiker Found After Snowstorm Hit: Report Authorities located a 73-year-old man after he disappeared while hiking through an unexpected storm storm. No Burn Order Issued For Los Angeles County A no burn order was cast for much of the Southland Sunday to keep air quality from rising to unhealthy levels. Imperial Beach Shoreline Reopens A water contact closure for the Imperial Beach shoreline was lifted Sunday, county health officials said. Justin Bieber Delays Tour After Positive COVID Test After SD Show Pop superstar Justin Bieber is delaying his world tour after he tested positive for COVID-19 after performing in San Diego. Some Lanes On LAX Arrivals Level To Close Overnight This Week The outer lanes on the arrivals level of LAX will be closed overnight for more than two weeks while crews construct a pedestrian bridge. Fire Erupts At Anaheim Commercial Building, Two Firefighters Hurt Two firefighters and three civilians suffered injuries in a fire at what police believe was an illegal marijuana dispensary. Winter Storm Expected In San Diego County Tuesday And Wednesday Scattered, light showers could develop as early as Monday, but will be more widespread later Tuesday through Wednesday. Fire Displaces 10 People At OC Condo Complex Ten people were forced from their homes after a fire damaged two units at a two-story condominium complex in Santa Ana. West Hollywood City Hall To Reopen Tuesday After Window Shattered The building is expected to reopen Tuesday after being closed Friday when a window was shattered by an apparent gunshot. 2 Killed in Single-Vehicle Traffic Crash On Freeway In Wildomar Two people were killed Saturday morning in a single-vehicle crash on the Temecula Valley (15) Freeway. Gang Members Admit Perpetrating Carjackings In Riverside County Gang members who conspired in a series of carjackings in Moreno Valley and Perris that led to shootings pleaded guilty Friday to carjacking. Paul McCartney Upcoming Tour Dates Include A Stop In LA Tickets will go on sale as early as Tuesday for Paul McCartney's 14-city U.S. tour.