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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Los Angeles police shooting
2. Mental health crisis intervention
A man detained by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH) was shot and killed while assisting Los Angeles Police officers in Koreatown. The man, identified as Yong Yang, 40, exhibited erratic and threatening behavior, prompting his parents to call DMH. Yang, who suffers from bipolar disorder and schizoaffective disorder, was considered a danger to others. Mental health officials had completed paperwork to place him on 72 hours of psychiatric observation. Despite attempts to peacefully resolve the situation, Yang refused to cooperate and ran towards officers with a large kitchen knife, resulting in his arrest. The incident is under investigation by the Force Investigation Division, with no injuries to the public or officers.
1. LAPD shooting mental health intervention
2. Armed man killed by police during mental health crisis
Man with Mental Health Issues Shot and Killed by LAPD in Koreatown
A tragic incident unfolded in the bustling neighbourhood of Koreatown in Los Angeles on Thursday morning, resulting in the death of a man with mental health issues. The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH) detained 40-year-old Yong Yang after his parents reported his erratic and threatening behaviour in the 400 block of South Gramercy Place.
DMH Intervention
Yang, who suffers from bipolar disorder and schizoaffective disorder, was deemed a danger to others by mental health officials. After completing the necessary paperwork to place him on 72 hours of psychiatric observation, DMH requested assistance from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). An emergency ambulance was dispatched to transport Yang to a nearby hospital.
Police Response
Upon arrival, LAPD officers attempted to communicate with Yang and convince him to leave the residence peacefully. Despite numerous efforts, Yang refused to cooperate. Eventually, officers gained access to the residence and found Yang armed with a large kitchen knife. Ignoring commands to drop the weapon, Yang charged towards the officers, prompting them to open fire.
Tragic Outcome
Despite being struck by gunfire, Yang continued to resist arrest until he ultimately dropped the knife. Los Angeles Fire Department personnel arrived on the scene and declared Yang dead. An 11-inch kitchen knife was recovered as evidence, highlighting the intensity of the situation.
Investigation Underway
The Force Investigation Division is currently probing the circumstances surrounding Yang’s death. Fortunately, no officers or members of the public sustained injuries during the altercation. The community is left grappling with the aftermath of this unfortunate incident.
