Bodycam footage released by the Los Angeles Police Department shows the fatal shooting of a man on December 18, 2025, in Hollywood, California, after he charged at officers with a knife during a mental health crisis call. The incident occurred after LAPD officers responded to reports of a man in distress, armed and acting unpredictably inside his apartment.

The footage captures officers announcing their presence and attempting to de-escalate the situation. The man abruptly exited the apartment, yelling incoherently, and ignored repeated commands to drop the weapon. As he lunged toward the officers with the knife, they discharged their firearms simultaneously while also deploying a less-lethal round. Emergency medical aid was immediately administered, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

LAPD officials emphasized that the use of lethal force followed department protocols, given the immediate threat posed by the knife-wielding individual. The incident underscores the challenges law enforcement faces when responding to situations involving mental health crises and armed subjects. Authorities have stated that the case remains under review, with a focus on evaluating the officers’ actions in the context of public safety and crisis intervention.