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Video: Would-be robbery victims tackle rifle-toting suspect before LAPD OIS

The victims warned LAPD officers that the suspect had a gun; the officers fired at the suspect when he attempted to pick up the weapon and stand up from the ground

Video: Would-be robbery victims tackle rifle-toting suspect before LAPD OIS

The victims warned LAPD officers that the suspect had a gun; the officers fired at the suspect when he attempted to pick up the weapon and stand up from the ground

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LOS ANGELES —The LAPD released body worn camera and security camera footage of an officer-involved shooting of a man who tried to rob two victims with a gun, according to a critical incident video release.

Surveillance video from the Dec. 28 incident shows the suspect approaching two people while raising a rifle and pointing it at them. The victims can then be seen charging the suspect and tackling him to the ground while wrestling for control of the gun.

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As they struggled for control of the weapon, officers on patrol saw the altercation and approached.
One of the victims shouted that the suspect had a gun. Officers called for backup and ordered the suspect to drop the weapon, video shows.

Video shows the would-be victims trying to break away from the suspect. Officers then fired a shot at the suspect as he rolled over and tried to get onto his feet.

The suspect was able to grab the rifle and pointed it toward officers as he stood up. Officers then fired multiple shots, bringing the man to the ground.

The suspect was taken into custody and transported to a hospital in stable condition before being arrested for armed robbery, according to the release. Both victims were also struck by gunfire during the incident and taken to another hospital. They have since been treated and released.

Investigators recovered a loaded .22 caliber AK-style rifle and a folding knife from the scene. The shooting remains under investigation.

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Joanna Putman is an Associate Editor and newswriter at Police1, where she has been covering law enforcement topics since August 2023. Based in Orlando, Florida, she holds a journalism degree from the University of Florida and spent two years working in nonprofit local newsrooms, gaining experience in community-focused reporting. Married to a law enforcement officer, she works hard to highlight the challenges and triumphs of those who serve and protect. Have a news tip? Email her at news@lexipol.com