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LAPD Clears Disorderly Skate Crowd Downtown as Waymo Robotaxi Is Damaged

Officials activated a modified tactical alert during the response.

Overview

  • LADOT alerted police as a crowd of roughly 1,000 linked to a skateboarding event flooded streets near Grand Park late Saturday.
  • After reports of rocks, bottles and skateboard parts thrown, officers formed a skirmish line and used less‑lethal rounds to disperse the crowd.
  • A Waymo autonomous vehicle became trapped in the gathering and sustained damage, with additional vandalized property under review.
  • At least one arrest was reported and one person was evaluated by LAFD paramedics, though details on injuries and charges were not released.
  • Authorities shut streets near First and Hill and said the event’s permitting and organizer remain unconfirmed as the investigation continues.