The Brief A whistleblower claims a crime ring is using a system of tunnels to hide stolen vehicles within the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area. The whistleblower asserts that the criminals use the tunnels to hide stolen vehicles, which are later taken to a separate location to be stripped for parts. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department acknowledged ongoing criminal activity in the area but stated that no organized crime ring has been identified. However, he claims a tunnel along the Rio Hondo is used like a garage by thieves trying to hide stolen vehicles and other expensive items. "While no organized crime ring has been identified, ongoing criminal activity in this specific area is being actively addressed.