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Redondo Beach Pier evacuation amid police activity; reports of possible shooter
Locals reported a possible shooting at the Redondo Beach Pier, with police evacuating the area and heavy law enforcement presence. Alerts and social posts described evacuations, possible SWAT involvement, a helicopter, and an evacuation order, but no official details were released.
Why It Matters
The incident involves a popular public landmark in Los Angeles County and shows ongoing police activity and evacuation procedures at the scene.
Timeline
4 Events
Additional social-media posts describe evacuation order and dispatch-channel issues
May 3, 2026
A post said an evacuation order was issued for the Redondo Beach Pier due to police activity and a possible barricade suspect. Another post mentioned an overhead airship and encryption of the Redondo Beach Police Department dispatch channel delaying communications (NFD).
Witness reports of SWAT presence and helicopters
May 3, 2026
Witnesses described heavy police activity, with one comment noting SWAT may be on scene and a helicopter using a loudspeaker to evacuate fishermen.
Redondo Beach Police alert issued ordering evacuation
May 3, 2026
The Redondo Beach Police Department issued an alert stating: 'Police Activity on the Pier. Anyone in the area of the pier is requested to evacuate safely. Catalina between Torrance and Beryl are closed. Please stay away from the pier area until further notice.'
Initial reports of possible shooting and evacuation at Redondo Beach Pier
May 3, 2026
Locals reported a possible shooting situation at the Redondo Beach Pier, with some witnesses noting police ordered evacuations and a heavy police presence near the beach.