police-shooting · 210 Freeway, Sylmar, Los Angeles, California

What happened after police shot a carjacking suspect on the 210 Freeway in Sylmar?

What happened?

Following a police pursuit, LAPD officers shot and apprehended carjacking suspect Jason Vega on the 210 Freeway in Sylmar on May 5, 2026. Vega was treated for gunshot wounds and booked, and a handgun was recovered, with the incident currently under investigation by the LAPD's Force Investigation Division.

Unresolved or unknown

Last checked: Jun 19, 2026
Sources: LAPD Online; MyNewsLA.com; CBS LA

Timeline

  1. The police pursuit of Jason Vega began in the 14000 block of Bledsoe Street in Sylmar, as he was wanted on outstanding felony warrants.

  2. At approximately 12:44 p.m. PDT, the pursuit concluded on the westbound 210 Freeway near the Roxford Street offramp, where Vega attempted to carjack a vehicle.

  3. LAPD officers Sergeant I Jose Monzon, Police Officer II Shenia Garcia, and Police Officer II Ruben Fuentes fired their weapons, striking Jason Vega.

  4. After being shot and remaining non-compliant, officers deployed a 40mm less-lethal launcher, after which Vega surrendered and was taken into custody.

  5. Vega was transported to Olive View Medical Center for treatment and medically cleared before being booked. A Glock Model 22, 40-caliber handgun was recovered at the scene.

  6. The names of the officers involved in the shooting were authorized for public release by the LAPD.

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