Deputy LAPD Chief Alan Hamilton said the incident is being investigated by the Robbery-Homicide Division, which handles all shootings by officers from outside law enforcement agencies. On the federal side, he said, the case is being handled by the FBI, the U.S. Department of Justice and Homeland Security Investigations. Authorities have not identified the man who was killed or the agent responsible. AdvertisementThe Village Pointe complex where the shooting happened is a large span of two-story “apartment homes” tucked behind security gates. One neighbor, who declined to give his name, remembered hearing gunfire in a courtyard area and seeing at least 10 LAPD vehicles.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 03, 2026 03:43 UTC