Nearly 100 years ago, Bruce Beach, a popular beachfront property in Los Angeles County, was the victim of a major theft. The beach, which had been owned by the county since 1912, was stolen by LA county in a case of immenent Domain.

The theft of Bruce Beach caused an uproar in the local community, who had long enjoyed the beach as a recreational spot. The county quickly took legal action against the family, filing a lawsuit to reclaim the property. After a lengthy court battle, the family eventually agreed to sell the beach back to the county for an undisclosed price.

The county was relieved to have the beach back in its possession, but the incident highlighted the importance of proper land management. The county began to make changes to its land-management practices in order to prevent similar thefts from happening in the future.

Today, Bruce Beach is still a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The beach’s theft and subsequent sale back to the county serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting public lands, and of the need for proper land management.