04 Jun 2022 | 02:07 AM UTC
US: Suspect remains barricaded at Encino Hospital Medical Center in Encino, Los Angeles, Calif., June 3 /update 1
Suspect barricaded after wounding three people with a knife at Encino Hospital Medical Center in Encino, Los Angeles, Calif., US, June 3.
Event
Authorities continue to respond to a barricaded suspect at Encino Hospital Medical Center in Encino, Los Angeles, California, June 3. The individual is suspected of stabbing three people at around 15:30. According to the police, the suspect is not "a danger to the community" and they are attempting to talk them into surrendering. The hospital reportedly remains on lockdown, and a large police presence is at the scene.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions remain likely in the area over the coming hours.
Advice
Avoid the affected area. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent any related transport disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.