US: Police activity ongoing near N. Cherokee Avenue in Los Angeles, Calif., evening of Sept. 9

Event

Police are responding to unruly crowds near the intersection of N. Cherokee Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles, California, the evening of Sept. 9. Attendees of a skateboarding event had turned violent and began setting trash cans and a car on fire. There have been no reports of injuries.

A continued heavy police presence is almost certain over the coming hours as police secure the area and investigate the incident. Localized transport disruptions are also likely. Clashes are possible if individuals ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid the area due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected area.