Man in Custody After Suspected Rifle Threat Halts 105 Freeway Los Angeles

On October 20, a man reportedly pointed what appeared to be a rifle at motorists and people at the Vermont Avenue overpass on the 105 Freeway in South Los Angeles, causing traffic to be stopped and Metro trains to be evacuated. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, along with the California Highway Patrol and Los Angeles Police Department, responded to the scene, leading to the closure of all freeway lanes. Around 10:30 a.m., the man complied with officers and was taken into custody. A weapon was recovered, though it remains unclear whether it was a real rifle or a replica. No shooting was reported, and the freeway and Metro C Line resumed normal operations shortly after. Authorities continue to investigate the incident and confirm details about the weapon.