A report of a potential shooting at a middle school in South Los Angeles prompted swift action from law enforcement on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred at Los Angeles Academy Middle School and STEAM Magnet around noon.
Police Response to Shooting Report at LA Academy Middle School
Located near the intersection of Slauson Avenue and Avalon Boulevard, the school went into lockdown following the report. Authorities from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and campus police quickly arrived on the scene.
Details of the Incident
- Event: Possible shooting report
- Location: Los Angeles Academy Middle School
- Time: Around noon, October 16, 2025
- Response: Lockdown initiated by the school
- Police action: Officers detained one student
The detention stemmed from another student alleging that the detained individual may have been in possession of a gun. However, investigators confirmed that no firearm was discovered at the scene. Additionally, officers reported that no shots were fired, and there were no injuries.
Ongoing Investigation
The student remains in police custody as authorities carry out a comprehensive search of the campus for any weapons. Video footage from AIR7 revealed several patrol vehicles stationed near the school’s entrance while officers conducted a room-to-room search.
As the situation develops, El-Balad will provide further updates on this incident as more information becomes available.
