Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced on Tuesday that the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) will strategically deploy additional patrol cars, horse patrols, foot patrols, and undercover units in downtown Los Angeles following a violent street takeover that spilled into an upscale apartment complex over the weekend.
Key Takeaways
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced increased LAPD patrols in downtown after a violent street takeover spilled into an apartment complex. At least one person was hospitalized, and the incident involved vandalism, assaults, and looting.
- LAPD deploying patrol cars, horse patrols, foot patrols, and undercover units downtown
- Incident at Circa LA Apartments included smashed windows, assaults, and looting
- Mayor Bass calls the event 'despicable' and pledges zero tolerance for street takeovers
- Downtown revitalization efforts include a $2.6 billion expansion of the Los Angeles Convention Center
The incident occurred near the Circa LA Apartments, located across from the Crypto.com Arena. According to authorities, a large street takeover escalated when a brawl overflowed into the apartment lobby. Windows were smashed, at least one person was taken to the hospital, and reports of an assault with a deadly weapon, battery, and vandalism were filed.
Video footage captured people rushing into the lobby, throwing punches, and shoving a man in a suit who appeared to work at the complex. A person in a black hoodie and mask repeatedly rammed a metal barricade into the lobby’s glass windows until they shattered, while others outside screamed and filmed the brawl.
Mayor Bass stated that this increased police presence is intended to send a clear message: "Here is a message to anyone who thinks they can come Downtown and cause trouble: LAPD will be Downtown in force to arrest you. What happened at Circa LA Apartments is despicable. And we have zero tolerance for street takeovers."
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell called the incident "extremely disturbing" and emphasized that concerns raised by residents, businesses, and visitors are "absolutely justified." He noted that the department is increasing visibility, strengthening enforcement, and expanding partnerships to deter criminal activity in the area.
The downtown revitalization efforts include a $2.6 billion expansion of the Los Angeles Convention Center in preparation for the LA28 Olympics. Downtown L.A. will host events at the Convention Center, Crypto.com Arena, and Peacock Theater during the Games.
Nella McOsker, president and chief executive of the Central City Assn., emphasized the economic importance of downtown Los Angeles, which has 400,000 daytime workers, hosts 18 million visitors annually, and generates a third of the city’s essential tax revenue. She noted that targeted public safety investments help breathe life into the city budget and greater Los Angeles economy.
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