Crime
Several injured after U-Haul truck drives through protest in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Multiple people were injured after a U-Haul truck drove into a crowd during an Iranian protest on Veterans Avenue in Los Angeles on Sunday, according to police and eyewitness accounts.
The incident occurred near the federal building at 1338 Veteran Avenue, where demonstrators had gathered for a pro–Pahlavi, anti-regime rally.
Video circulating on social media shows a U-Haul truck bearing political slogans related to Iran’s monarchy entering the area of the protest and moving directly through a group of demonstrators.
Witnesses reported that as the truck approached the crowd, several protesters attempted to block its path, striking the vehicle and trying to pull the driver out.
In some footage, individuals can be seen attempting to remove or cover slogans displayed on the truck. Despite these efforts, the driver continued inching forward and ultimately drove into people in the crowd.
Authorities stated that multiple individuals were injured in the incident.
While no fatalities have been confirmed, witnesses described the situation as chaotic and potentially deadly.
Emergency medical personnel responded to the scene and treated victims, while law enforcement worked to secure the area.
Police said individuals on the ground attempted to confront the person inside the U-Haul prior to the vehicle moving through the crowd.
Officers subsequently established a perimeter and began moving demonstrators away from the emergency response zone to allow first responders to operate safely.
The Los Angeles Police Department has not yet released the identity of the driver or confirmed whether the incident is being investigated as an intentional act or a traffic-related offense.
Officials indicated that the investigation is ongoing and that further details will be provided as they become available.
KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. — Authorities have confirmed that Sarah Johnston, the 22-year-old woman who was reported missing earlier this month, has been found deceased.
At this time, officials have released only limited information regarding the circumstances of her death.
Investigators are asking the public to keep her family and loved ones in their thoughts and to report any information that may assist in the ongoing investigation.
Johnston had been missing from Knox County since January 7, 2026.
According to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, she was last seen in the 1100 block of Copperwood Lane.
She was officially reported missing shortly after midnight on Friday.
Investigators stated that Johnston suffered from personal conditions that may have prevented her from returning safely on her own.
She did not own a vehicle, and it remained unclear whether she left her residence on foot or received transportation from another person.
Authorities also indicated that they did not know what she was wearing at the time she disappeared.
Johnston was described as having a distinctive heart-shaped tattoo near her left eye, a feature that was highlighted in earlier public appeals for information.
During the search, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office urged anyone who had seen Johnston or had knowledge of her whereabouts to contact their Major Crimes Unit at 865-215-2243.
That request remains in effect as investigators continue to piece together the events leading up to her disappearance and death.
Officials have not released further details regarding the cause of death or whether foul play is suspected, citing the active nature of the investigation.
Anyone with information relevant to the case is encouraged to contact the Knox County Sheriff’s Office.