officer-involved-shooting · Los Angeles, California

What happened after LAPD officers shot a man struggling with his brother over a knife?

What happened?

On May 1, 2026, LAPD officers shot Fredrick Spells as he struggled with his brother over a knife inside a home in Los Angeles. Spells was hospitalized with injuries expected to be non-fatal, and an investigation by the LAPD is ongoing with no public updates on charges or the investigation's conclusion.

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Last checked: Jun 16, 2026
Sources: PoliceActivity; CBS Los Angeles; FOX 11 Los Angeles; Los Angeles, CA Patch

Timeline

  1. Around 5:00 a.m., LAPD officers responded to a 'hot prowl' burglary call in South Los Angeles and encountered Fredrick Spells struggling with his brother over a knife, leading to an officer-involved shooting.

  2. Fredrick Spells was struck by gunfire, taken into custody, and transported to a local hospital; a knife was recovered at the scene.

  3. Initial reports indicated Fredrick Spells was expected to survive his injuries, and no other community members or officers were injured.

  4. News reports continued to cover the incident, noting Fredrick Spells's condition was 'not immediately known' beyond being hospitalized.

  5. No public updates have been released regarding Fredrick Spells's long-term medical outcome, any charges filed, or the conclusion of the LAPD's investigation.

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