Van Nuys was on edge yesterday when the Los Angeles Police Department's bomb squad was dispatched to the Van Nuys station after a suspect's belongings raised red flags. According to a CBS News report, the incident began around 2 p.m. near the intersection of Tyrone Avenue and Sylvan Street as officers processed an individual for jail, discovering items in his possession that suggested the makings of an explosive device.
The discovery triggered an immediate response; local traffic was snarled as authorities worked quickly to assess the threat, this disruption was confirmed by an LAPD PIO X post cautioning the public to avoid the area due to police activity at the time.
There is police activity in the area of Tyrone & Sylvan in Van Nuys Division. Local traffic is impacted. Please avoid the area and check back for updates.
— LAPD PIO (@LAPDPIO) December 29, 2023
After a few tension-filled hours, the bomb squad concluded their work. As per the LAPD's Public Information Office, the suspicious substances were safely removed and are now securely in the hands of professionals for disposal. Details of the suspect's intentions and the exact contents of the suspicious items remain tightly held by law enforcement.
