US: Suspect arrested in Silver Lake (Los Angeles) July 21 /update 1

Event

Los Angeles police officials announced at approximately 18:40 (local time) on Saturday, July 21, that a potential hostage situation in the Silver Lake area of Los Angeles has been resolved. The suspect was arrested after barricading himself in a Trader Joe’s grocery store near the intersection of Hyperion Avenue and Griffith Park Boulevard. No casualties have been reported in connection to the incident. An investigation is ongoing and an increased police presence is expected at the scene in the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals in Los Angeles are advised to monitor the situation and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.