In a troubling event last night, a Metro bus driver was assaulted while operating his route at the intersection of Avalon Boulevard and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in South Los Angeles. The incident occurred at approximately 10:05 PM.
According to reports, the male driver sustained minor injuries during the assault. Emergency responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) arrived swiftly at the scene. Fortunately, the driver did not require transportation to the hospital.
The suspect fled the scene immediately after the attack, and their identity remains unknown. Witnesses reported that the bus displayed flashing signs instructing bystanders to call the police, underscoring the urgency of the situation.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident and urge anyone with information to come forward. The safety of Metro bus drivers and passengers is a top priority, and the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is committed to ensuring justice in this case.