In the early hours of June 28, 2024, a disturbing incident unfolded at 103rd Street and Wilmington Avenue in Watts. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) responded to an emergency call involving a man who had set another person on fire.
Upon their arrival, LAFD immediately sought assistance when they discovered the perpetrator, armed with a large butcher knife, walking near the scene. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) quickly responded to the call for backup.
As firefighters attended to the victim and prepared them for transport to a nearby hospital, LAPD officers located the suspect attempting to flee. The officers pursued, successfully apprehended him, and recovered the weapon.
The victim was rushed to an area hospital with injuries of unknown severity. The suspect is now in custody, and authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this violent act.