US: Possible hostage situation in Silver Lake (Los Angeles) July 21

Event

Los Angeles police initially reported a potential hostage situation in the Silver Lake area at 16:18 (local time) on Saturday, July 21. The incident is reportedly ongoing at a Trader Joe's grocery store near the intersection of Hyperion Avenue and Griffith Park Boulevard. A heavy police presence has been deployed to the site. Further details regarding the event are still emerging. Avoid the area.

Advice

Individuals in the Los Angeles area are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid the area of the potential hostage situation, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.