Early this morning, a bus was hijacked in downtown Los Angeles, leading to a police chase and a standoff with the gunman. One person was shot dead inside the bus, and the driver and another passenger were rescued. The driver used emergency protocols to alert authorities. The suspect was taken into custody unharmed. The bus was pursued across town for an hour before spike strips brought it to a halt. The driver was praised for his actions during the incident. The LAPD confirmed that a bus had come to a standstill in downtown LA, and a SWAT team was on the scene. The driver and the alleged hijacker both required no medical treatment. LAPD stated that it is still an active investigation, and details leading up to the incident are currently unknown. Onlookers captured footage of the police operation on social media platforms. LA Metro expressed gratitude for the swift action taken by the LAPD and confirmed that the operator was unharmed. The identity of the victim who was shot has not been disclosed. The statement provided by the LAPD indicated that the incident is ongoing, and updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
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Suspected bus hijacking in Los Angeles leaves one person dead
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