The Mi SELA youth center in Bell has faced the issue of bags of dog feces being discarded at its entrance, raising alarm among volunteers and staff. Programs manager Sanva Lojero expresses concern over these incidents, emphasizing the center's youth-focused mission. The Latino Equity Alliance condemned the actions as hate-driven vandalism, highlighting the ongoing intimidation faced by community organizations. In response, L.A. County Supervisor Janice Hahn announced a $2,500 grant for additional security cameras to improve safety and capture the perpetrators.
"There were over 10 bags. That was the second time that we've had to do a full sweep of the awning ... I just worry about, what if it does escalate in the future?" Sanva Lojero, Mi SELA's programs manager.
"In 2025, it is shocking that young people and community organizations continue to face such targeted hate and intimidation. While law enforcement has emphasized that action cannot be taken without catching the perpetrators in the act, that does not diminish the urgent need for ... a public stance against hate in our communities," the statement read.
"The fact that this person is going out of their way to do this says everything about them and nothing about our LGBTQ community in Southeast L.A.," Hahn said in a statement.
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