05 Jul 2024 | 08:08 AM UTC
US: Police operation ongoing in Huntington Beach, Calif., as of early July 5 following security incident
Police responding to security incident near 16th Street, Pecan Avenue, Huntington Beach, Calif., US, July 5. Injuries reported; avoid area.
Police are responding to a security incident in the vicinity of 16th Street and Pecan Avenue in Huntington Beach, California, early July 5. Officials state that the incident involved 'an assault with a deadly weapon'. Several people have been injured. Authorities have not announced any arrests or the motive behind the incident.
A heightened security presence will likely continue in the affected area over the coming hours. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are probable.
Huntington Beach is around 26 km (16 miles) southeast of Long Beach.
Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Follow all official directives. Allow additional time for journeys in the area.
