What secrets does a seemingly ordinary patch of asphalt hold? Here at Alma Park, a chilling tale is etched into the very ground we stand on. Alma Park, a place where children should laugh and play, holds a dark memory. The asphalt on 21st Street, cutting through the park, bears a chilling inscription: “monster”. This eerie carving serves as a stark reminder of a tragic event that scarred this park and the community. In May 1989, Alma Park became the scene of a horrific crime. Eight-year-old Alba Susanna Flores, a recent immigrant from El Salvador, told her sister she was going for ice cream and never returned. The next morning, her charred remains were discovered near a storage shed in the park. This tragic event shook San Pedro and forever imprinted a sense of unease onto Alma Park. Today, children may unknowingly play near the very spot where this tragedy unfolded. They hunt for Easter eggs, oblivious to the park’s dark past. Alma Park stands as a testament to the resilience of life, but also as a somber reminder of a life tragically cut short. This park, with its benches, picnic tables, and children’s play area, carries a weight unseen by most. Yet, the etched word “monster” serves as a silent memorial, a chilling reminder of the darkness that once touched this place. Let us remember Alba Susanna Flores.
Tujunga Spreading Grounds
Hidden in plain sight, the Tujunga Spreading Grounds is more than just a patch of land. It’s a hidden reservoir,