Person threatening to jump freezes 101 Freeway traffic for hours as SWAT and LAPD descend
A person threatening to jump from an overpass halted traffic on the 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles for hours, prompting a major response from LAPD and SWAT teams. Authorities worked through the evening to safely resolve the standoff, while fire crews deployed inflatable rescue cushions below. The freeway remained closed in both directions near Temple Street, causing massive traffic backups during the evening commute. The incident occurred amid heavy congestion from a nearby Dodgers game, and officials urged drivers to avoid the area.
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Metro breaking Person threatening to jump freezes 101 Freeway traffic for hours as SWAT and LAPD descend By Daniel Farr Published April 29, 2026, 12:55 a.m. ET The 101 Freeway through downtown Los Angeles remained shut down in both directions late Tuesday night after an hours-long standoff with a man on an overpass, bringing traffic to a standstill well into the evening commute. Authorities told The California Post the man was still on the pedestrian structure hours after first threatening to jump, with the situation ongoing and no clear timeline for reopening. Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department, including SWAT personnel, remained on scene working to safely take him into custody, authorities told The Post.
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