Law Enforcement-Related Injury in Central Division 

**The following information is based on a preliminary and ongoing investigation, which continues to evolve as investigators interview witnesses, review physical and electronic records, and analyze forensic evidence. The Department’s understanding of the facts and circumstances may change as additional evidence is collected and analyzed**

June 20, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA – Los Angeles Police Department officials report that the (LAPD) Force Investigation Division is investigating a Law Enforcement Related Injury (LERI) that occurred in Central Division.

On June 14, 2025, around 5:45 p.m., Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officers from various divisions were deployed to a planned protest in Central Area. During the event, the crowd began assaulting officers by throwing objects, including rocks and bottles. Officers discharged less-lethal munitions, and an individual later identified as 29-year-old Marshall Allen Woodruff was struck on the right side of his face.

The Los Angeles Fire Department transported Woodruff to a local hospital, where he was treated for an injury to his right eye and right cheek. Woodruff was subsequently admitted to the hospital for post-operative care.

Force Investigation Division (FID) was notified of Woodruff’s hospitalization and is investigating this incident.

Source: Los Angeles Police Department