Shots reportedly fired at police helicopter

A suspect reportedly fired shots in the air toward a police helicopter in Bellflower Wednesday, prompting a heavy police response.

Authorities responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Lakewood Boulevard and Cedar Street at about 1:15 p.m.

A male suspect surrendered just before 2 p.m., exiting a house in the neighborhood with his hands up. He was seen being taken into custody.