28 Dec 2023 | 03:11 AM UTC
US: Police operation ongoing on the 10000 block of Alameda Street in Lynwood, Calif., the evening of Dec. 27
Officials responding to armed individual on 10000 block of Alameda Street, Lynwood, Calif., US, Dec. 27. Disruptions likely; avoid area.
A police operation is ongoing on the 10000 block of Alameda Street in Lynwood, California, the evening of Dec. 27. Reports indicate that officials are attempting to apprehend an armed suspect who has barricaded himself inside a two-story commercial building. Authorities have evacuated nearby buildings as a precaution. The motive behind the incident is unclear.
A heightened security presence will likely continue in the affected area over the coming hours. Associated transport and business disruptions are probable. Further evacuations of buildings in the vicinity are possible.
Lynwood is approximately 23 km (14 miles) south of Los Angeles.
Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Follow all official directives. Allow additional time for journeys.
