30 Dec 2023 | 11:26 PM UTC
US: Lingering Metro train disruptions likely in Los Angeles, Calif., after shooting incident wounds one person at Hyde Park Station Dec. 30
Shooting incident wounds one person at Hyde Park Station in Los Angeles, Calif., US, Dec. 30; lingering Metro train disruptions likely.
Lingering train disruptions are likely on the K Line of the Los Angeles Metro Rail system after a shooting incident injured one person at the Hyde Park Station in Los Angeles, California, Dec. 30. The shooting reportedly occurred at around 12:45 on the station platform in the vicinity of West Slauson Avenue and Crenshaw Boulevard. The suspect fled the scene.
Metro authorities have advised K Line riders that they have temporarily suspended train service between the Fairview Heights and Leimert Park stations due to associated police activity. Officials are advising riders to allow extra time to reach their destinations and instead use Metro Bus Line 40 on Crenshaw Boulevard and Florence Avenue.
Authorities will likely maintain a heightened security presence in the area over the coming hours. Police may close roads near Hyde Park Station to facilitate the emergency response, which could cause localized road transport disruptions.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative modes of transportation if traveling in the area and allow extra time to reach your destination. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
