Overview
- The pursuit began shortly before 4 a.m., ending when the driver crashed into Byrd Middle School’s front gate in Sun Valley.
- The suspect entered the campus near Arleta Avenue and Wicks Street and was detained after a rooftop standoff.
- Police said he was transported to a hospital for evaluation after being taken into custody.
- At LAPD’s request, the northbound 170 Freeway off-ramp at Roscoe Boulevard was closed as emergency crews responded.
- Investigators say a bag found in the vehicle was believed to contain a gun, prompting planned searches along the suspect’s route.