Safety Concerns

If you have an immediate safety concern, call 911 or the Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station directly at 310-456-6652.

Encampments & Fires

Camping in the brush poses a wildfire threat. If you see a campfire in the brush, always call 911 immediately. 

Aggressive behavior

If you encounter an individual exhibiting aggressive or erratic behavior, do not engage and instead notify 911 or the Sheriff's Department directly at 310-456-6652.

Blocked walkway or bus stop

If you encounter an encampment blocking a sidewalk, walkway, or bus stop, do not engage and instead notify Public Safety Liaison Luis Flores at 310-456-2489, ext. 236 or email lflores@malibucity.org.

panhandling

If you encounter an individual panhandling on any public or private property, do not engage and provide them with money. Instead, please notify Public Safety Liaison Luis Flores at 310-456-2489, ext. 236 or email lflores@malibucity.org. 

Used Needles

Do not attempt to pick up used needles. If found, call the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Health Hazardous Materials Division: 

  • 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM: Call 323-890-4317 
  • After hours: Call 310-881-2455