Crime & Safety

LAPD Northeast Station Closed Due to Threat

A bomb squad was sent to the station.

LOS ANGELES, CA - The LAPD's Northeast Station was evacuated today after a "suspicious item" was found in front of the building.

A bomb squad was sent to the station at 3353 San Fernando Road about 8 a.m., said Los Angeles police Officer Norma Eisenman.

No threats were associated along with the item, which was removed about 9:30 a.m., police said. The item was described as a polystyrene cup, KNX 1070 reported.

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