A fatal officer-involved shooting on the northbound 101 Freeway in Boyle Heights resulted in lane closures. The suspect, reportedly armed with a hammer, died at a hospital.
No officers were injured. The investigation is ongoing.
- The shooting occurred on June 11, 2026, on the northbound 101 Freeway in Boyle Heights. - CHP officers responded to reports of a person with a weapon, possibly a hammer.
- The individual was taken to a hospital where they later died. - No officers were injured, and lanes were closed for the investigation.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading to the altercation.