On June 28, 2025, Los Angeles Police Department Newton Gang Enforcement Detail officers encountered 35-year-old Ismael Hernandez near Avalon Boulevard and 42nd Place. Police say Hernandez was armed with a handgun, fired two shots at officers, and was struck by return fire. He survived and remains in stable condition. Investigators report Hernandez had earlier threatened and fired a gun at another individual before the officer-involved shooting. No officers or bystanders were injured. A Rossi .38 Special revolver with five spent casings was recovered at the scene. This video contains body-worn camera footage and information released by LAPD’s Force Investigation Division. Disclaimer: This video is for news reporting, public awareness, and educational purposes only. All footage and details are presented as released by official sources. Viewer discretion is advised due to graphic content involving firearms and law enforcement actions. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.