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Teen Dies in Sheriff's Station After Seizing Deputy's Gun

The incident follows a family disturbance call and highlights issues in handling mental health crises.

  • A 17-year-old girl died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after grabbing a deputy's gun in the lobby of a Los Angeles County sheriff's station.
  • The incident occurred following a family disturbance call related to the teen, who was reported to be in a mental health crisis.
  • Deputies were responding to the scene of the girl's foster home when she entered the sheriff's station and initiated the altercation.
  • No deputies were injured during the incident; the girl's death is under investigation.
  • The incident has sparked discussions on police procedures and mental health crisis intervention.
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