LACMA Shooting: Woman Detained After Firing Shots in Los Angeles

Reports indicated that shots had been fired at Wilshire in Los Angeles, near the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.  | World News

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A dramatic scene unfolded outside the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) on Thursday afternoon, as a woman allegedly fired a gun into the air, prompting a massive police response. According to eyewitnesses and scanner reports, the incident occurred around 3:00 pm near the intersection of Wilshire and Ogden. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) quickly set up a perimeter near the La Brea Tar Pits and called in air support. A shell casing was found at the scene, and additional units were deployed to secure the area. After a thorough search, the suspect was apprehended and taken into custody. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries in the incident. The LAPD is currently conducting further investigations, and the area remains cordoned off. The exact circumstances surrounding the shooting are still unclear, but authorities have confirmed that the suspect is in custody. The incident has caused significant traffic congestion in the area, with some residents advising drivers to avoid the area and take alternative routes. The LAPD has not released any information about the suspect, and no statement has been made regarding the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates are expected in the coming hours.