Gunman Hijacks LA Metro Bus, One Killed

A gunman hijacked a Metro bus in Los Angeles early Wednesday, resulting in a police chase and the death of one passenger from gunshot wounds. The incident began shortly after 1 a.m. when the armed man boarded the bus, leading police on a slow-speed pursuit that lasted an hour before officers deployed spike strips to stop the vehicle. SWAT teams rescued the bus driver and another passenger while the suspect was taken into custody. Mayor Karen Bass condemned the incident as 'unacceptable' and pledged to enhance safety measures on public transport. This tragic event adds to a troubling trend of violence on public transit in Los Angeles as the city prepares for the 2028 Olympics. The motive behind the hijacking remains unclear as investigations continue.