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Person injured in shooting near World Cup watch party in Koreatown, LAPD says
By Danielle Smith and Bill Feather at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
A person was arrested in connection with a shooting in Koreatown Thursday evening near where a large watch party was taking place for the World Cup game between Mexico and South Korea, police said.
The Los Angeles Police Department said it received reports about a person shooting into the air ...
Key takeaway The Los Angeles Police Department said it received reports about a person shooting into the air ...
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The shooting in Koreatown raises concerns about public safety during large events in densely populated areas of Los Angeles. The fact that a watch party was taking place nearby underscores the potential for violence to erupt in crowded spaces, even when the event itself is not the direct cause of the incident. The LAPD's decision to issue a city-wide tactical alert after the game suggests that the department is taking a proactive approach to managing crowds and preventing potential disturbances. As the investigation into the shooting continues, it will be important to examine whether the suspect and victim had any connection to the watch party, and what measures can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The incident also highlights the need for effective crowd control strategies in areas like Koreatown, where large gatherings are common and public safety is a top priority.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
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The Los Angeles Police Department said it received reports about a person shooting into the air ...
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