Man Arrested After U-Haul Truck Drives Through Protest Supporting Iranians
1338 Veteran Ave, Westwood, Los Angeles
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Summary
- A man has been arrested and charged after a U-Haul truck drove into a crowd of protesters supporting Iran in Westwood, Los Angeles, on Sunday afternoon.
- 48-year-old Calor Madanescht was booked for reckless driving, the LAPD said in a statement. Two people were evaluated at the scene for injuries, but both denied medical treatment.
- The incident occurred during a large event in Westwood in support of Iranian protesters, who have been demonstrating over an economic crisis. Hundreds of deaths have been reported in Iran since the unrest began.
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The investigation remains active.
Mr. Madanescht subsequently drove toward a group of LAPD officers, and individuals in the crowd jumped out of the path to avoid being hit. Police then formed a skirmish line between the box truck and the crowd and took Mr. Madanescht into custody.
Officials say Mr. Madanescht was driving a box truck with written signs opposing the views of the protesters eastbound on Ohio Avenue toward Veteran Avenue when patrol officers initiated a traffic stop on his vehicle. He was directed to turn around as he was approaching the gathered crowd of protestors, but demonstrators approached the vehicle, tore off the written signs, and assaulted him.
According to a statement released by the Los Angeles Police Department, 48-year-old Calor Madaneschet was arrested and booked for reckless driving in connection with the incident.
Officials said they don't believe the incident was politically motivated or an act of terror; rather, it originated from an altercation in the crowd, per the Los Angeles Times.
Reports confirm that the driver was taken into custody.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
An article from NBC Los Angeles corroborates the report of the U-Haul truck ramming a group of protesters.
One person is reportedly in custody.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1338 Veteran Ave.
Video from social media shows the U-Haul truck driving through the crowd, with people heard screaming in the background.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
A U-Haul truck struck protesters, injuring several. Police detained one person from the truck, and the bomb squad was called. The incident led to chaos as the crowd tried to seize the driver. Emergency services have arrived to help.
A Citizen user's video shows a large crowd gathered for a demonstration in support of Iran. People are waving flags and holding signs as they chant and fill the area near a roadway and park. Go LIVE to share updates if you are nearby.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 10904 Wilshire Blvd.
The investigation remains active.
Mr. Madanescht subsequently drove toward a group of LAPD officers, and individuals in the crowd jumped out of the path to avoid being hit. Police then formed a skirmish line between the box truck and the crowd and took Mr. Madanescht into custody.
Officials say Mr. Madanescht was driving a box truck with written signs opposing the views of the protesters eastbound on Ohio Avenue toward Veteran Avenue when patrol officers initiated a traffic stop on his vehicle. He was directed to turn around as he was approaching the gathered crowd of protestors, but demonstrators approached the vehicle, tore off the written signs, and assaulted him.
According to a statement released by the Los Angeles Police Department, 48-year-old Calor Madaneschet was arrested and booked for reckless driving in connection with the incident.
Officials said they don't believe the incident was politically motivated or an act of terror; rather, it originated from an altercation in the crowd, per the Los Angeles Times.
Reports confirm that the driver was taken into custody.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
An article from NBC Los Angeles corroborates the report of the U-Haul truck ramming a group of protesters.
One person is reportedly in custody.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1338 Veteran Ave.
Video from social media shows the U-Haul truck driving through the crowd, with people heard screaming in the background.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
A U-Haul truck struck protesters, injuring several. Police detained one person from the truck, and the bomb squad was called. The incident led to chaos as the crowd tried to seize the driver. Emergency services have arrived to help.
A Citizen user's video shows a large crowd gathered for a demonstration in support of Iran. People are waving flags and holding signs as they chant and fill the area near a roadway and park. Go LIVE to share updates if you are nearby.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 10904 Wilshire Blvd.
The investigation remains active.
Mr. Madanescht subsequently drove toward a group of LAPD officers, and individuals in the crowd jumped out of the path to avoid being hit. Police then formed a skirmish line between the box truck and the crowd and took Mr. Madanescht into custody.
Officials say Mr. Madanescht was driving a box truck with written signs opposing the views of the protesters eastbound on Ohio Avenue toward Veteran Avenue when patrol officers initiated a traffic stop on his vehicle. He was directed to turn around as he was approaching the gathered crowd of protestors, but demonstrators approached the vehicle, tore off the written signs, and assaulted him.
According to a statement released by the Los Angeles Police Department, 48-year-old Calor Madaneschet was arrested and booked for reckless driving in connection with the incident.
Officials said they don't believe the incident was politically motivated or an act of terror; rather, it originated from an altercation in the crowd, per the Los Angeles Times.
Reports confirm that the driver was taken into custody.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
An article from NBC Los Angeles corroborates the report of the U-Haul truck ramming a group of protesters.
One person is reportedly in custody.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1338 Veteran Ave.
Video from social media shows the U-Haul truck driving through the crowd, with people heard screaming in the background.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
A U-Haul truck struck protesters, injuring several. Police detained one person from the truck, and the bomb squad was called. The incident led to chaos as the crowd tried to seize the driver. Emergency services have arrived to help.
A Citizen user's video shows a large crowd gathered for a demonstration in support of Iran. People are waving flags and holding signs as they chant and fill the area near a roadway and park. Go LIVE to share updates if you are nearby.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 10904 Wilshire Blvd.
The investigation remains active.
Mr. Madanescht subsequently drove toward a group of LAPD officers, and individuals in the crowd jumped out of the path to avoid being hit. Police then formed a skirmish line between the box truck and the crowd and took Mr. Madanescht into custody.
Officials say Mr. Madanescht was driving a box truck with written signs opposing the views of the protesters eastbound on Ohio Avenue toward Veteran Avenue when patrol officers initiated a traffic stop on his vehicle. He was directed to turn around as he was approaching the gathered crowd of protestors, but demonstrators approached the vehicle, tore off the written signs, and assaulted him.
According to a statement released by the Los Angeles Police Department, 48-year-old Calor Madaneschet was arrested and booked for reckless driving in connection with the incident.
Officials said they don't believe the incident was politically motivated or an act of terror; rather, it originated from an altercation in the crowd, per the Los Angeles Times.
Reports confirm that the driver was taken into custody.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
An article from NBC Los Angeles corroborates the report of the U-Haul truck ramming a group of protesters.
One person is reportedly in custody.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1338 Veteran Ave.
Video from social media shows the U-Haul truck driving through the crowd, with people heard screaming in the background.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
A U-Haul truck struck protesters, injuring several. Police detained one person from the truck, and the bomb squad was called. The incident led to chaos as the crowd tried to seize the driver. Emergency services have arrived to help.
A Citizen user's video shows a large crowd gathered for a demonstration in support of Iran. People are waving flags and holding signs as they chant and fill the area near a roadway and park. Go LIVE to share updates if you are nearby.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 10904 Wilshire Blvd.
The investigation remains active.
Mr. Madanescht subsequently drove toward a group of LAPD officers, and individuals in the crowd jumped out of the path to avoid being hit. Police then formed a skirmish line between the box truck and the crowd and took Mr. Madanescht into custody.
Officials say Mr. Madanescht was driving a box truck with written signs opposing the views of the protesters eastbound on Ohio Avenue toward Veteran Avenue when patrol officers initiated a traffic stop on his vehicle. He was directed to turn around as he was approaching the gathered crowd of protestors, but demonstrators approached the vehicle, tore off the written signs, and assaulted him.
According to a statement released by the Los Angeles Police Department, 48-year-old Calor Madaneschet was arrested and booked for reckless driving in connection with the incident.
Officials said they don't believe the incident was politically motivated or an act of terror; rather, it originated from an altercation in the crowd, per the Los Angeles Times.
Reports confirm that the driver was taken into custody.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
An article from NBC Los Angeles corroborates the report of the U-Haul truck ramming a group of protesters.
One person is reportedly in custody.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1338 Veteran Ave.
Video from social media shows the U-Haul truck driving through the crowd, with people heard screaming in the background.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
A U-Haul truck struck protesters, injuring several. Police detained one person from the truck, and the bomb squad was called. The incident led to chaos as the crowd tried to seize the driver. Emergency services have arrived to help.
A Citizen user's video shows a large crowd gathered for a demonstration in support of Iran. People are waving flags and holding signs as they chant and fill the area near a roadway and park. Go LIVE to share updates if you are nearby.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 10904 Wilshire Blvd.
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As a fellow American, I support the right to protest, whether I agree or disagree with the cause. Plowing a U-Haul truck through protest is unAmerican and they should be charged with terrorism. I don’t care if there was no fatalities. This is unacceptable.
@delaneyrose or they can let people drive by!
Citizen comments are a cesspool of hate
@elmontUser1879412017 bots
Crazy that people think harming other Americans is a good thing.
This protest is in solidarity with people inside Iran who have been cut off from the world during the current protest, becoming a revolution by cutting off any internet and phone connections. Iranian people outside their country are their only chance to show the world that they can not silence their chant for freedom from the regime dulling their country.
As a fellow American, I support the right to protest, whether I agree or disagree with the cause. Plowing a U-Haul truck through protest is unAmerican and they should be charged with terrorism. I don’t care if there was no fatalities. This is unacceptable.
@delaneyrose or they can let people drive by!
Citizen comments are a cesspool of hate
@elmontUser1879412017 bots
Crazy that people think harming other Americans is a good thing.
This protest is in solidarity with people inside Iran who have been cut off from the world during the current protest, becoming a revolution by cutting off any internet and phone connections. Iranian people outside their country are their only chance to show the world that they can not silence their chant for freedom from the regime dulling their country.
As a fellow American, I support the right to protest, whether I agree or disagree with the cause. Plowing a U-Haul truck through protest is unAmerican and they should be charged with terrorism. I don’t care if there was no fatalities. This is unacceptable.
@delaneyrose or they can let people drive by!
Citizen comments are a cesspool of hate
@elmontUser1879412017 bots
Crazy that people think harming other Americans is a good thing.
This protest is in solidarity with people inside Iran who have been cut off from the world during the current protest, becoming a revolution by cutting off any internet and phone connections. Iranian people outside their country are their only chance to show the world that they can not silence their chant for freedom from the regime dulling their country.
As a fellow American, I support the right to protest, whether I agree or disagree with the cause. Plowing a U-Haul truck through protest is unAmerican and they should be charged with terrorism. I don’t care if there was no fatalities. This is unacceptable.
@delaneyrose or they can let people drive by!
Citizen comments are a cesspool of hate
@elmontUser1879412017 bots
Crazy that people think harming other Americans is a good thing.
This protest is in solidarity with people inside Iran who have been cut off from the world during the current protest, becoming a revolution by cutting off any internet and phone connections. Iranian people outside their country are their only chance to show the world that they can not silence their chant for freedom from the regime dulling their country.
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As a fellow American, I support the right to protest, whether I agree or disagree with the cause. Plowing a U-Haul truck through protest is unAmerican and they should be charged with terrorism. I don’t care if there was no fatalities. This is unacceptable.
@delaneyrose or they can let people drive by!
Citizen comments are a cesspool of hate
@elmontUser1879412017 bots
Crazy that people think harming other Americans is a good thing.
This protest is in solidarity with people inside Iran who have been cut off from the world during the current protest, becoming a revolution by cutting off any internet and phone connections. Iranian people outside their country are their only chance to show the world that they can not silence their chant for freedom from the regime dulling their country.