An LAPD officer is recovering after being shot by a ghost gun during an altercation with a bicyclist who fled from police. The incident occurred when the suspect, while being pursued, allegedly drew a pistol from his waistband and fired at the officers, highlighting the ongoing issue of unregulated firearms.
This confrontation raises alarms about the prevalence of ghost guns—homemade firearms that lack serial numbers and are often untraceable. The LAPD has not released further details about the officer’s condition or the suspect, prompting questions about the broader implications for public safety and law enforcement tactics in Los Angeles.
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