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Father Arrested for Installing Unauthorized Stop Signs in El Segundo

4/2/2026

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Joseph Brandlin, a 44-year-old father in El Segundo, California, installed unauthorized stop signs at Loma Vista Street and Acacia Avenue after his son narrowly avoided an accident.
Brandlin spent about $1,000 on materials and was arrested.
Brandlin delivered more than 70 letters from neighbors to the city council.
Local officials removed the signs and covered Brandlin's painted warnings, with Brandlin scheduled to appear in court in June.

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Story summary

Joseph Brandlin, a 44-year-old father in El Segundo, California, installed unauthorized stop signs at Loma Vista Street and Acacia Avenue after his son narrowly avoided an accident.
Brandlin spent about $1,000 on materials and was arrested.
Brandlin delivered more than 70 letters from neighbors to the city council.
Local officials removed the signs and covered Brandlin's painted warnings, with Brandlin scheduled to appear in court in June.