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Man Arrested After U-Haul Truck Drives Through Protest Supporting Iranians
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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](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G-fNksiagAABB8S?format=jpg&name=large). 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.
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](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G-fNksiagAABB8S?format=jpg&name=large). 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.
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](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G-fNksiagAABB8S?format=jpg&name=large). 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.
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](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G-fNksiagAABB8S?format=jpg&name=large). 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.
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](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G-fNksiagAABB8S?format=jpg&name=large). 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 crowd is dispersing well, and emergency resources are being released from the scene.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
The command post is set at Wilshire and Veteran. The crowd is dispersing, and two patients are non-transport.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
Emergency responders are advised to avoid the 405 due to off-ramp closures at Wilshire. Alternative routes are suggested.
The command post for police is set up in the federal parking lot.
Radio clips available.
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.
Police are responding to report of a shooting near a federal building as well. This is unconfirmed.
Emergency responders report multiple individuals seeking medical attention following the U-Haul incident.
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.
Police are working to move the crowd away from the emergency response area.
Police say that people on the ground attempted to confront the person inside the U-Haul truck.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
No officers have been injured in the incident, according to police.
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.
Additional police units have been requested following reports of a U-Haul truck ramming into protesters at the location.
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 crowd is dispersing well, and emergency resources are being released from the scene.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
The command post is set at Wilshire and Veteran. The crowd is dispersing, and two patients are non-transport.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
Emergency responders are advised to avoid the 405 due to off-ramp closures at Wilshire. Alternative routes are suggested.
The command post for police is set up in the federal parking lot.
Radio clips available.
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.
Police are responding to report of a shooting near a federal building as well. This is unconfirmed.
Emergency responders report multiple individuals seeking medical attention following the U-Haul incident.
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.
Police are working to move the crowd away from the emergency response area.
Police say that people on the ground attempted to confront the person inside the U-Haul truck.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
No officers have been injured in the incident, according to police.
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.
Additional police units have been requested following reports of a U-Haul truck ramming into protesters at the location.
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 crowd is dispersing well, and emergency resources are being released from the scene.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
The command post is set at Wilshire and Veteran. The crowd is dispersing, and two patients are non-transport.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
Emergency responders are advised to avoid the 405 due to off-ramp closures at Wilshire. Alternative routes are suggested.
The command post for police is set up in the federal parking lot.
Radio clips available.
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.
Police are responding to report of a shooting near a federal building as well. This is unconfirmed.
Emergency responders report multiple individuals seeking medical attention following the U-Haul incident.
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.
Police are working to move the crowd away from the emergency response area.
Police say that people on the ground attempted to confront the person inside the U-Haul truck.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
No officers have been injured in the incident, according to police.
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.
Additional police units have been requested following reports of a U-Haul truck ramming into protesters at the location.
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 crowd is dispersing well, and emergency resources are being released from the scene.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
The command post is set at Wilshire and Veteran. The crowd is dispersing, and two patients are non-transport.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
Emergency responders are advised to avoid the 405 due to off-ramp closures at Wilshire. Alternative routes are suggested.
The command post for police is set up in the federal parking lot.
Radio clips available.
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.
Police are responding to report of a shooting near a federal building as well. This is unconfirmed.
Emergency responders report multiple individuals seeking medical attention following the U-Haul incident.
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.
Police are working to move the crowd away from the emergency response area.
Police say that people on the ground attempted to confront the person inside the U-Haul truck.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
No officers have been injured in the incident, according to police.
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.
Additional police units have been requested following reports of a U-Haul truck ramming into protesters at the location.
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 crowd is dispersing well, and emergency resources are being released from the scene.
The LAFD confirmed that two people were evaluated but rejected medical attention. It's unclear if there were any further injuries.
The command post is set at Wilshire and Veteran. The crowd is dispersing, and two patients are non-transport.
A sign hanging from the truck involved included a QR code, along with "NO SHAH. NO REGIME. USA: DON'T REPEAT 1953. NO MULLAH."
Emergency responders are advised to avoid the 405 due to off-ramp closures at Wilshire. Alternative routes are suggested.
The command post for police is set up in the federal parking lot.
Radio clips available.
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.
Police are responding to report of a shooting near a federal building as well. This is unconfirmed.
Emergency responders report multiple individuals seeking medical attention following the U-Haul incident.
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.
Police are working to move the crowd away from the emergency response area.
Police say that people on the ground attempted to confront the person inside the U-Haul truck.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 1245 Westwood Blvd.
No officers have been injured in the incident, according to police.
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.
Additional police units have been requested following reports of a U-Haul truck ramming into protesters at the location.
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!
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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.
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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