[dropcap size=big]M[/dropcap]ultiple people were injured after a chaotic rush occurred as well as a stabbing incident within the largely peaceful all-day memorial for artist Nipsey Hussle on Monday night. The stabbing led throngs to disperse in panic, leaving some mourners trampled.
An estimated 19 people were injured. Here is video of the moment people rushed to flee the scene in confusion:
NEW: LAPD is now on a citywide tactical alert following stabbing/stampede at #NipseyHusselVigil at Crenshaw/Slauson. At least 8 transports to local hospitals. More minor injuries but full extent not yet available.
— Andrew Blankstein (@anblanx) April 2, 2019
A live-stream feed showed police with batons and helmets lined up against Crenshaw Boulevard and forcibly moving crowds of mourners and residents who had gathered to hold vigil for Hussle, who was shot outside a corner of Slauson and Crenshaw where the rapper carved a nucleus of businesses and social initiatives.