After a man rammed a vehicle into a synagogue in Michigan on Thursday, Los Angeles authorities said they are ramping up security around Jewish communities while condemning antisemitism.
The incident in West Bloomfield, Michigan led a security guard at the synagogue to exchanged gunfire with the suspect inside the vehicle. The suspect was believed to be deceased, according to local authorities. No injuries were reported to those inside the building.
Following the Michigan incident, the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that there was no known threat against the region as of Thursday afternoon, but said it is closely monitoring the developments out of Michigan.
“Out of an abundance of caution, the Department has increased visible patrols around houses of worship and associated schools, as well as cultural centers across the City,” the LAPD said in a statement.
The police department added that it will continue to work with local, state, national and international partners to prevent any hate crimes and violence.
“We stand in solidarity with the Jewish community in Michigan and here in Los Angeles,” the LAPD said.
Mayor Karen Bass released a statement, condemning the synagogue attack and any acts of violence against the Jewish community.
“LAPD will continue its increased patrols around places of worship across LA to keep Angelenos safe,” the mayor said in a statement.
Governor Gavin Newsom also called antisemitism “disgusting,” and said the state is coordinating with law enforcement partners to keep Jewish communities safe.
The Michigan incident led a security guard at the synagogue “engaged in gunfire” with the suspect inside the vehicle. The suspect was believed to be deceased, according to local authorities.
No injuries were reported to those inside the building.