Reseda Shooting: Police Confrontation Leaves One Dead in Early Monday Night

A deadly shooting in Reseda on Monday night left one man dead after a police confrontation.

Incident Overview

The Los Angeles Police Department received a call reporting an assault with a deadly weapon just after midnight on Monday, December 8, 2025. Responding officers arrived on the scene within minutes, finding an armed individual in the vicinity of a 7‑Eleven convenience store. The suspect was armed with a firearm and, according to police reports, fired at least one round toward the officers as they approached. The call and the subsequent response were covered by NBC4 News at 6 a.m. on December 8, 2025, with the story reported by John Cádiz Klemack for NBC Universal, Inc.

Police Response and Confrontation

Upon arrival, officers immediately requested assistance and established a perimeter around the area to secure the scene and protect nearby residents. The Los Angeles Police Department coordinated with air support units, which helped locate the suspect in the early hours of the morning. Once the suspect was located, a confrontation unfolded in which the suspect continued to fire at the officers. The officers returned fire, and a shooting ensued, resulting in the suspect’s death.

Investigation and Findings

Sgt. Bruce Borihahn of the LAPD stated, “We have to review body worn video to determine when and if that suspect fired at officers. But for right now we know that the officers were directed to the suspect, an encounter occurred. And that’s when the officer involved shooting occurred.” The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed the suspect’s death outside the 7‑Eleven, and the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that the individual was found deceased.

Investigation of Apartment Building and Area Closure

Police are investigating a nearby apartment building because they believe the suspect may have fired at the structure. The surrounding area, specifically near Sherman Way and Wilbur Avenue, has been closed off pending the investigation. Officers are continuing to review evidence, including body worn video footage, to determine the sequence of events and any potential impact on the apartment building.

No Officers Injured and Summary

No officers were injured during the incident, and the situation was contained without further casualties among law enforcement personnel. The Los Angeles Police Department is still reviewing all available evidence, including body worn camera footage, to fully understand the circumstances that led to the shooting. The incident remains a focus of local law enforcement and community attention as investigators work to piece together the events that unfolded in the early hours of Monday, December 8, 2025.

Key Takeaways

• One man was killed in a shooting that occurred after midnight in Reseda.
• Officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon and encountered an armed suspect.
• The suspect was found dead outside a 7‑Eleven, and the area near Sherman Way and Wilbur Avenue is closed for investigation.

The incident highlights the rapid response of the Los Angeles Police Department and the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting.