Deadly Blast at LA Sheriff Training Center Kills 3 Deputies

At least three deputies were killed Friday morning in a deadly explosion at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Biscailuz Center Training Academy in East Los Angeles, according to multiple authorities. The blast occurred around 7:30 a.m. local time at the facility, which serves as a major training site for the department’s specialized enforcement units and bomb squad.

Incident and Immediate Response

Preliminary information suggests that sheriff’s personnel were handling explosive materials when the explosion erupted, reportedly near a Bomb Squad vehicle in the parking lot, an area typically filled with patrol cars and box trucks. The Los Angeles County Fire Department responded swiftly to the scene, assisted by federal agencies including the FBI and ATF, who joined local authorities in investigating the cause.

Aerial images broadcast by local media showed the aftermath in the facility’s parking lot. The entire compound was quickly evacuated as emergency teams worked to secure the area and assist those injured. One additional individual is reported to have been hospitalized, but the full extent of injuries remains unclear.

Investigation and Official Statements

Authorities have not yet confirmed the identities of the deceased nor the total number of injuries. Early indications treat the incident as a tragic accident involving ordnance movement, but officials stress that the investigation is ongoing, with the FBI and federal agents now on site.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi described the event as a “horrific incident,” calling for prayers for the families of the fallen deputies. California Governor Gavin Newsom has been briefed and stated that the state is offering full support for emergency and investigative efforts. Los Angeles County officials, including the Board of Supervisors, also expressed condolences and support for the department and families impacted.

Community Impact

The Biscailuz Training Center is a crucial hub for law enforcement education and specialized operations in Los Angeles County. The blast has sent shockwaves through the law enforcement community and the wider public, as tributes and calls for support continue to pour in.

Authorities have promised a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the blast and have called for public patience and support as more details emerge. LASD Sheriff Robert Luna is expected to address the public with updates as soon as they become available.

This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.