Among the 46,000 people in Los Angeles experiencing homelessness, there are dozens living along the Arroyo Seco next to the 110 Freeway near Highland Park.
Those living there have constructed a number of different makeshift structures, some with tents, tarps, and other scrap materials, but at least one of the structures — complete with a stone wall, a walkway, a front door, electric-powered lighting, and even a hammock for relaxing — stands out.
The people living in the seemingly well-kept structure did not want to speak to Nexstar’s KTLA, and as might be expected, those living near the riverfront domicile have differing opinions on the encampment.
One woman who lives nearby told KTLA’s John Fenoglio in Spanish that unhoused residents don’t bother her, and that most of those living along the Arroyo are quiet and keep to themselves.
Neighbor Mike Ancheta does not feel the same, though he admitted some of the handiwork on the structures is impressive.
“I was just admiring the work that they’ve done,” he told KTLA. As far as he’s concerned, however, the city needs to clear the encampment.
