An incident involving the use of force by Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officers is currently under investigation, stemming from an altercation that took place on the evening of October 20, 2025, in the Newton Division. A man identified as 29-year-old Tony Jackson was observed by undercover narcotics detectives engaging in what appeared to be illegal drug activities, and upon intervention, a physical confrontation ensued. This information comes from an initial report published by the LAPD and available online.
According to the LAPD's preliminary inquiry, plainclothes narcotics detectives saw the male suspect near 50th Street and Central Avenue at around 6:35 p.m. They detained Jackson and placed him in handcuffs before a pursuit took place when he attempted to flee on foot. An officer caught up to Jackson, and during the ensuing attempt to restrain him, Jackson fell to the ground, an act which later required medical attention. "Jackson was taken into custody immediately following the fall," states the LAPD report detailing the incident.
After the altercation, Jackson was transported to a local hospital due to visible injuries and was subsequently admitted for treatment. The injuries emerged as a result of what has been classified by law enforcement as a 'Use of Force' incident. No other injuries were reported to either the officers involved or bystanders in the vicinity. The encounter led to Jackson being charged with possession of cocaine base for sale in violation of section 11351.5 of the Health and Safety Code.
The Force Investigation Division (FID) of LAPD is conducting a thorough investigation into the events leading up to and following the incident. As per LAPD's communication, the ongoing probe into the circumstance surrounding the law enforcement-related injury is comprehensive, covering witness interviews, physical and electronic records, and forensic evidence analysis. The LAPD has acknowledged that their "understanding of the facts and circumstances may change as additional evidence is collected and analyzed."
