Los Angeles television station KTLA reported a series of gunshots shut down the Hollywood Farmers’ Market Sunday morning around 7:30 AM.
Witnesses describe an “active shooter”Situation, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or death. Los Angeles police received reports from Los Angeles that a man carrying a handgun fired at officers “multiple rounds”In the 1600 block of Cosmo Street.
Los Angeles police received reports that a man was carrying a handgun and had fired at least one shot around 7:30 AM. “multiple rounds”In the 1600 block of Cosmo Street.
The Hollywood Farmers’ Market was closed for the investigation. LAPD reported that a police helicopter was visible overhead. Around 9:20 AM, LAPD stated that there was an active standoff between a suspect and a suspect who was throwing stones from a balcony. A SWAT team was present at the scene.
Farmers’ Market organizers posted aStatement on Facebookthat said in part, “We’re glad our staff and vendors are OK.” Shoppers were also encouraged to visit the Farmers’ Market sister location at Atwater Village.697