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Gunman Opens Fire on Naked Cyclists in LA
28 Jun
Summary
- A BB gun was used in an attack during the World Naked Bike Ride.
- Two individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
- The suspect was apprehended without incident.
A BB gun attack marred the World Naked Bike Ride in Los Angeles on Saturday. The incident occurred around 11 a.m. in a parking lot at Temple and Alameda streets, where a large group had gathered for the annual event.
Authorities reported that a suspect fired into the crowd, striking at least two people. The victims were treated by the Los Angeles Fire Department for injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
The suspect, described as an adult male wearing all black with face tattoos, was subsequently located near a federal building and taken into custody without incident. Investigators recovered a BB gun at the scene, believed to be the weapon used in the attack.
The World Naked Bike Ride is a global event that takes place in cities worldwide. It operates within a legal gray area concerning public nudity and is framed as a protest against car culture and an exercise in public expression, with guidelines prohibiting lewd exposure.
