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U-Haul Drives Through Crowd at Los Angeles Rally Backing Iran Protests

Authorities are investigating without releasing the driver's identity or motive.

Overview

  • Los Angeles police confirmed a U-Haul drove through protesters near the Wilshire Federal Building in Westwood at about 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 11.
  • Los Angeles Fire Department crews evaluated two people at the scene who declined transport, and responders initially reported difficulty reaching a possible third patient in the crowd.
  • Aerial and ground footage showed officers pulling a man from the truck and appearing to take him into custody, though officials have not identified him.
  • Police established a large perimeter and requested California Highway Patrol assistance, leading to the closure of the 405 Freeway ramp at Wilshire.
  • Videos from the scene show the truck pushing through the crowd as protesters struck the vehicle; the truck displayed a banner reading, “NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON’T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH.”