Bomb threat at Bicycle Casino forces mass evacuation in Los Angeles
The Bicycle Casino in Bell Gardens was evacuated on Thursday after a caller claimed to have planted a bomb. The threat prompted a large-scale police response, including SWAT teams and armored vehicles. Around 500 people were ordered to leave the building at roughly 5 p.m. The incident began when an unknown caller contacted the casino. They claimed to have placed explosives inside and warned they were arriving with a firearm. Authorities quickly blocked off the road leading to the venue, causing traffic delays on nearby streets. SWAT officers and armored units surrounded the casino as a precaution. Other law enforcement agencies across Los Angeles reported receiving similar hoax calls. After a thorough search, police confirmed the threats were unfounded. The suspect's identity remains undisclosed. Authorities have not released any details about the caller while the investigation continues. No explosives or weapons were found during the search. Casino operations resumed once the area was declared safe. The incident is part of a broader pattern of false threats targeting multiple locations in Los Angeles.
