Verizon Attributes Greater Los Angeles Service Disruptions to Acts of Vandalism
Verizon has attributed service disruptions affecting customers in Greater Los Angeles to “acts of vandalism.” This explanation was provided after widespread service issues impacted users across the region on a Friday morning, primarily affecting mobile phone services and 5G home internet.
Details of Service Disruptions
The disruptions began around 5:30 a.m. PT, with many customers reporting issues via DownDetector, an outage-tracking site. According to a Verizon spokesperson, multiple fiber cuts were identified as the cause of these interruptions. By 9 a.m., technicians were actively working to restore services, and reports of outages started to decline.
Impact on the Community
The spokesperson emphasized that such vandalism threatens not only customer connectivity but also the overall safety and security of residents in Los Angeles. Currently, Verizon is collaborating with community leaders to find solutions to prevent future occurrences.
Recent Crime Statistics
In terms of crime in the area, the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department reported 45,053 crimes from January through August. This figure represents a decrease of over 10% compared to the same timeframe in the previous year.
Leadership Changes at Verizon
In a notable shift, Verizon appointed former PayPal CEO Dan Schulman as the new chief executive, succeeding Hans Vestberg. This leadership transition comes as the company seeks guidance to navigate challenges in a slowing wireless growth market.
Summary
- Service disruptions caused by vandalism on Friday morning.
- Issues began around 5:30 a.m. PT, with reports slowing down by 9 a.m.
- Verizon is working with community leaders to address safety concerns.
- Crime in L.A. County has decreased by over 10% from the previous year.
- Dan Schulman has been appointed as Verizon’s new CEO.
