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Sean Avery Claims Neighbor Shot at Contractors, Sent Women as Diversion
4 Jun
Summary
- Sean Avery alleges neighbor fired shots at contractors working on his home.
- He claims the neighbor sent women to his house as a diversion.
- One person was taken into custody following the incident.

Former NHL star Sean Avery has detailed an alleged shooting incident at his Los Angeles residence, claiming a neighbor targeted contractors working on his property. Avery stated in social media posts that the neighbor fired shots at the workers and attempted to create a diversion by sending women to his home.
Avery and his family, including his wife Hilary Rhoda and their young son, were not present during the alleged events. Gunfire reportedly struck a tire on a contractor's vehicle, though no injuries were reported.
Authorities responded to the area following reports of shots fired. While police initially responded to a call about criminal threats, no report was taken at that time. Hours later, the shots rang out, leading to the apprehension of one individual.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with Avery expressing frustration over the authorities' response. PEOPLE has reached out to the Los Angeles Police Department and Avery for comment.