Suspect evades capture after assaulting deputy in Lakewood

LASD in standoff with suspect accused of assaulting a deputy

Deputies Saturday continued the search for a man who allegedly assaulted a sheriff's deputy in Lakewood and fled to a nearby home, leading to a standoff.

According to a watch commander with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, the deputy was not hospitalized for his injuries after the alleged assault.

It happened at about 5:30 p.m. Friday in the area of Rosecrans Avenue and Del Amo Boulevard, the watch commander said.

The suspect allegedly fled to a nearby residence in the area of Jersey Avenue and Del Amo Boulevard.

Authorities set up a perimeter and were in a standoff with the suspect, yet no one was inside the dwelling when law enforcement finally gained entry into the residence around 11:30 p.m.

The sheriff's Lakewood station urged anyone with information regarding the suspect to call them at 562-623-3500.

Matthew Rodriguez

Matthew Rodriguez is a digital producer at kcalnews.com. He's previously reported for local outlets like the Argonaut and Pasadena Weekly. Matt typically covers breaking news and crime.