Google Maps ‘Help’ Messages In Los Angeles Leave People Concerned And Confused

Residents and locals have shared insight into the origins of the mysterious messages

Google Maps users recently discovered several large-scale messages written on the ground in Los Angeles, sparking widespread discussion and concern online. T

he words, including the plea ‘Help,’ were made using various materials scattered across the area.

Images of these messages began circulating after they were shared online, with social media users quickly speculating on their meaning.

Some even tried to pinpoint the location, which lies between the Los Angeles River, North Mission Road, and E Cesar E Chavez Avenue.

The spot appears to be a mix of storage or industrial land close to a railway yard and a shipping container area.

The visible nature of these messages has prompted many to question who wrote them and why, leading to several theories about their origin.

 

Among the phrases seen in the area, most appear to spell out ‘Help,’ but at least one message also includes the word ‘Traffico.’

This particular word has deepened speculation, as many believe it could hint at human trafficking activity occurring in the area.

Understandably, the combination of these messages and their location has alarmed many people.

The idea that someone might be using the limited resources available to call for help has fueled conversations about whether authorities have been alerted and if an investigation is underway.

One Reddit user shared their thoughts, saying: “I also see the words trafico, federales, LAPD, and FBI, and this looks like a building site. If it’s a joke it is in dangerously poor taste, this sounds like someone or a group of someones are being trafficked and used materials available to them to spell out an SOS. I hope if a random person noticed, authorities noticed as well.”

Another individual, who uses the handle LA Guy on Twitter, decided to investigate the situation in person. He shared several updates online, including videos from the site, hoping to shed light on the story behind these mysterious words.

In one of his posts, he said: “I honestly don’t know if this is just kids fooling around, or something real, but you can get into the yard through […] a hole in the fence.”

Multiple messages in the area say ‘help’Google Maps
In his findings, LA Guy shared: “I just like to believe this is a prank,” He also noted that the location is in full view of passersby, adding: “If you’re writing that, everybody sees you,” Others echoed his sentiment, saying: “It seems to me like it’s just a bunch of kids playing a prank.”

While exploring further, LA Guy spoke with a local man who had some familiarity with the area. This man explained that the messages might have been created by individuals experiencing homelessness.

Another nearby resident supported this claim, mentioning a man named José who frequently writes ‘Help’ in various locations and could be the one behind these messages.

Locals have claimed the signs are written by one manX/@LAguy310
In a follow-up conversation, another resident explained: “[José’s] the one who puts it (help) all the time,” She added: “He writes it everywhere […] it’s been years,”

Although she couldn’t provide a specific reason for José’s actions, she suggested his behavior might be tied to his struggles and need for support.

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