A person was shot by officers from the Los Angeles Police Department at a Tarzana apartment complex after officers responded to a call regarding a possibly armed and distressed individual, as reported by LAPD and various news outlets. FOXLA noted that the incident occurred in the 6200 block of Reseda Boulevard on the evening of Monday, and the person in question was believed to be carrying a knife and may have been experiencing a mental illness.
Details on the sequence of events that led to the shooting remain vague. After the shooting occurred, a knife was recovered from the scene. The injured person was transported to the hospital in critical condition. CBS Los Angeles confirms no other individuals were harmed during the incident.
In their initial communications, the LAPD did not disclose the identity of the person shot nor the details about what specifically initiated the shooting. However, they have stated that an investigation is in progress. The LAPD also shared via a Public Information Officer's post that the call officers initially responded to indicated that the suspect might be dealing with mental health issues, and was reported to be yelling and in possession of a knife and a frying pan.
LAPD News: An investigation is currently underway following an officer-involved shooting in the 6200 block of Reseda Boulevard. A Public Information Officer (PIO) is enroute to the scene. Further details will be shared as they become available.
— LAPD PIO (@LAPDPIO) May 13, 2025
