Suspect armed with hammer dies after deputy-involved shooting in Lynwood

Tuesday, May 21, 2019
LYNWOOD, Calif. (KABC) -- Sheriff's deputies shot a 44-year-old man armed with a hammer who was threatening to harm his family members in Lynwood, officials said.

The man was transported to a local hospital and several hours later deputies announced he had died.

Los Angeles County deputies were called to the home in the 3800 block of Bullis Road around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday.
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There was a report of a family dispute and a man threatening other family members with a hammer.

He was believed to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

About five deputies responded to the home and in the ensuing confrontation, shot him.
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No deputies or others at the scene were injured.



The man was transported to a local hospital. By early evening, officials said he had been pronounced dead.
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