No evidence of a shooting was found after a high school football game at Los Angeles Southwest College was evacuated, authorities said Saturday.
An apparently false report of a shooting was made around 8:50 p.m. Friday, stopped the season opener between King/Drew Magnet High School of Medicine and Science and San Pedro High School, according to Deputy Gabriela Robles of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
At least one person sustained a minor injury while people were dispersing from the area, the sheriff’s department said. A woman was put into an ambulance, according to a report from the scene.
Personnel from the LASD and Los Angeles County Fire Department responded and cleared the scene before midnight, according to the sheriff’s department.
San Pedro led 21-6 when the game was halted during the third quarter. It was not immediately clear if the game will be completed at a later date.
“(Sheriff’s personnel) told us to escort behind the bleachers and they escorted (the players) on the bus,” San Pedro coach Corey Walsh told the Torrance Daily Breeze. “That’s the extent of it, I haven’t gotten to close things out for the night with my guys, we just made sure everyone was safe.”
King/Drew coach Joe Torres told the Daily Breeze that the teams could meet again to finish the time on the clock, but San Pedro athletic director Anthony Rogosic said the result would go down as a San Pedro win.
The incident came on the same night that a 17-year-old boy was killed in a shooting during a high school football game in Bakersfield.
It’s concerning to hear about the false report of a shooting during the football game, especially considering the panic it caused among attendees. I’m relieved that no actual shooting occurred, but it’s unfortunate that someone was injured in the chaos. I often check local news alerts for real-time updates on events like these.
It’s alarming to think that a false report of a shooting could create such panic at a high school football game. I’m glad that there was no evidence of an actual shooting, but it’s disheartening to hear that someone got hurt while trying to escape the situation. It’s a reminder to always stay aware of one’s surroundings during events like these. I tend to rely on community safety updates to stay informed during local events.
It’s alarming that a false report of a shooting disrupted the high school football game, leading to injuries as people rushed to evacuate. Thankfully, the authorities confirmed that there was no evidence of an actual shooting. It’s a reminder of how quickly misinformation can escalate situations and cause panic. I always stay updated through local emergency apps for real-time alerts on such incidents.
It’s really alarming to see how quickly a situation can escalate due to a false report, especially in a crowded place like a football game. The panic it caused must have been intense, and it’s unfortunate that someone got hurt in the process. It’s a reminder of how important it is to stay updated on real-time news alerts for local events. I often use community news apps to help with that.
It’s alarming to see how quickly rumors can escalate, especially during such a crowded event like a high school football game. The panic from a false shooting report can have serious repercussions, as noted by the minor injury during the evacuation. I’m glad that there was no real threat, but it also highlights the need for better communication in these situations. I often rely on social media updates for accurate information during events like these.