Overview

• LAPD officers first issued an administrative citation Wednesday morning and later returned to confiscate 10 compressor-powered train-style horns before arresting Gary Boyadzhayan on suspicion of disturbing the peace and interfering with a peace officer.
• Boyadzhayan was booked into a county jail shortly after 9 p.m. Wednesday and released on his own recognizance by 5:30 a.m. Thursday pending City Attorney review of misdemeanor charges.
• Neighbors reported an immediate drop in noise and expressed relief as the department increased patrols around Peach Avenue following the device removal.
• Councilmember Imelda Padilla’s office said it will work with law enforcement and city departments to address nuisance complaints and connect Boyadzhayan with social or mental-health services.
• Boyadzhayan has characterized the blasts as a “cry for help” and alleged unverified threats against him, spotlighting unresolved questions about his mental-health needs amid enforcement constraints.