Two killed, eight injured in shooting at underground New Year's Eve party in downtown LA

An Uber driver, identified only as Mike B., was in the area picking up customers when he got caught in the crossfire.
Hundreds of people had packed the building in the 2300 block of Porter Street and many of them spilled outside.
Mike's vehicle was struck by bullets and at least one of his passengers had their arm grazed by gunfire.
On New Year's Day, a shooting took place at an underground New Year's Eve party in downtown Los Angeles.
The man believed that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shootout.
The venue is not large enough to hold the number of people that were present.
The victims were described as a male and a female who were in their 20s.
Two people were killed and eight others were injured in the shootout.
Two killed, eight injured in shooting at underground New Year's Eve party in downtown LA

On New Year's Day, a shooting took place at an underground New Year's Eve party in downtown Los Angeles. Two people were killed and eight others were injured in the shootout. The victims were described as a male and a female who were in their 20s. Hundreds of people had packed the building in the 2300 block of Porter Street and many of them spilled outside. The scene was already chaotic and dangerous even before the deadly shootout. The venue is not large enough to hold the number of people that were present. An Uber driver, identified only as Mike B., was in the area picking up customers when he got caught in the crossfire. Mike's vehicle was struck by bullets and at least one of his passengers had their arm grazed by gunfire. The man believed that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shootout. The situation remains under investigation as police continue gathering evidence, looking for surveillance footage and talking to witnesses.



Confidence

70%

Doubts
  • It is not clear if the shooter or shooters were identified.
  • The motive behind the shooting is unknown.

Sources

67%

  • Unique Points
    • The shooting took place at an underground, illegal New Year's Eve party at a warehouse in downtown Los Angeles early Monday morning.
    • Two people were killed and eight others injured in the shootout.
    • The victims were described as a male and a female who were in their 20s.
    • Hundreds of people had packed the building in the 2300 block of Porter Street and many of them spilled outside.
    • The scene was already chaotic and dangerous even before the deadly shootout.
    • The venue is not large enough to hold the number of people that were present.
    • The witness made multiple attempts to call both 311 and 911 but all calls were unsuccessful.
    • An Uber driver, identified only as Mike B., was in the area picking up customers when he got caught in the crossfire.
    • Mike's vehicle was struck by bullets and at least one of his passengers had their arm grazed by gunfire.
    • The man believed that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shootout.
    • The situation remains under investigation as police continue gathering evidence, looking for surveillance footage and talking to witnesses.
    • Anyone with any information about the incident is urged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (30%)
    The article contains several examples of deception. Firstly, the author uses sensationalism by describing the scene as a 'powder keg waiting for a match'. This is an exaggeration and not based on factual information. Secondly, the author quotes an unidentified witness who claims that all calls to authorities were unsuccessful. However, this claim is not supported by any evidence and could be seen as a lie by omission. Thirdly, the article contains selective reporting as it only reports details that support the author's position, such as the number of people injured, but does not provide any information about the cause of the shootout or the identity of the shooters.
    • The scene was already chaotic and dangerous even before the deadly shootout.
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (70%)
    The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses the phrase 'powder keg' to describe the scene, which is a loaded term that implies a dangerous and volatile situation. This could be seen as an example of religious bias as it may be associated with certain religious beliefs or ideologies. Additionally, the article mentions that the building where the party was held is in the 2300 block of Porter Street, which could be seen as an example of monetary bias as it may suggest that the location is in a lower-income area. The author also uses quotes from witnesses who describe the scene as chaotic and dangerous, which could be seen as an example of religious bias as it may be associated with certain religious beliefs or ideologies.
    • The building where the party was held is in the 2300 block of Porter Street
      • The phrase 'powder keg' is used to describe the scene
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
        Josh DuBose has conflicts of interest on the topics of gunfire, dispute, multiple gunmen, police, LAPD, victims, gunshot wounds, medical centers, chaos, dangerous, venue, capacity, calls to authorities, Uber driver, Mike B., black SUV, submachine gun, Uzi, passengers, arm grazed, event coordinators, promoters, accountability, surveillance footage, witnesses, investigation, and L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers.
        • The article mentions Mike B., who is a well-known rapper, and his involvement in the event. This could create a conflict of interest if Mike B. has a financial stake in the event or if he has a personal relationship with any of the parties involved.
          • The article mentions that the LAPD was involved in the investigation, which could create a conflict of interest if Josh DuBose has a personal relationship with any members of the LAPD or if he has a financial stake in the police department.
            • The article mentions that the party was a 'powder keg' which could be seen as an inflammatory statement and may not be objective.
              • The article mentions that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shootout, which could create a conflict of interest if Josh DuBose has a personal relationship with any of the gunmen or if he has a financial stake in the gun industry.
              • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                The author has multiple conflicts of interest on the topics of gunfire, dispute, multiple gunmen, police, LAPD, victims, gunshot wounds, medical centers, chaos, dangerous, venue, capacity, calls to authorities, Uber driver, Mike B., black SUV, submachine gun, Uzi, passengers, arm grazed, event coordinators, promoters, accountability, surveillance footage, witnesses, investigation, and L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers.
                • The article mentions that an arm was grazed during the shooting, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to medical issues or injuries.
                  • The article mentions that an Uber driver was involved in the incident, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to ride-sharing services or transportation issues.
                    • The article mentions that event coordinators and promoters were involved in the incident, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to event planning or management.
                      • The article mentions that L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers was involved in the investigation, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to crime prevention or community safety issues.
                        • The article mentions that Mike B. was involved in the shooting, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to him or his work.
                          • The article mentions that the LAPD was involved in the investigation, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to law enforcement.
                            • The article mentions that the party was held at a warehouse, which could be a venue owned or affiliated with the author's employer.
                              • The article mentions that there is an investigation into the shooting, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to law enforcement or public safety issues.
                                • The article mentions that there was a black SUV involved in the incident, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to vehicles or transportation issues.
                                  • The article mentions that there was a submachine gun and an Uzi involved in the shooting, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to firearms or weapons issues.
                                    • The article mentions that there was chaos and danger at the scene of the shooting, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to safety or security issues.
                                      • The article mentions that there were calls to authorities in response to the shooting, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to emergency services or public safety.
                                        • The article mentions that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shooting, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to guns or gun ownership.
                                          • The article mentions that there were passengers involved in the incident, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to those affected by the shooting.
                                            • The article mentions that there were victims and witnesses of the shooting, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to those affected by the shooting.
                                              • The article mentions that the venue had a capacity of 1,000 people, which could be a topic of interest for the author if they have a personal or professional connection to event planning or management.
                                                • The author is a reporter for KTLA, which has a vested interest in covering the shooting and its aftermath.

                                                64%

                                                • Unique Points
                                                  • The shooting took place at an underground, illegal New Year's Eve party at a warehouse in downtown Los Angeles early Monday morning.
                                                  • Two people were killed and eight others were injured in the shootout.
                                                  • The victims were described as a male and a female who were in their 20s.
                                                  • Hundreds of people had packed the building in the 2300 block of Porter Street and many of them spilled outside.
                                                  • The scene was already chaotic and dangerous even before the deadly shootout.
                                                  • The venue is not large enough to hold the number of people that were present.
                                                  • An Uber driver, identified only as Mike B., was in the area picking up customers when he got caught in the crossfire.
                                                  • Mike's vehicle was struck by bullets and at least one of his passengers had their arm grazed by gunfire.
                                                  • The man believed that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shootout.
                                                  • The situation remains under investigation as police continue gathering evidence, looking for surveillance footage and talking to witnesses.
                                                • Accuracy
                                                  • The witness made multiple attempts to call both 311 and 911 but all calls were unsuccessful.
                                                  • Anyone with any information about the incident is urged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department.
                                                • Deception (50%)
                                                  The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author does not disclose their sources, which is a violation of the ignore rules. Secondly, the article uses sensationalist language such as 'two people are dead and eight others wounded' to create an emotional response in readers. Thirdly, the article selectively reports details that support its position, such as the shooting happening at an underground New Year's Eve party, without providing any context or information about the party itself. Fourthly, the article uses a quote from an Uber driver who claims to have witnessed the shooting, but does not provide any evidence to support this claim. Lastly, the article uses a phrase that is on the banned phrases list: 'two of the victims, a man and a woman, died at the scene'.
                                                  • The article uses a quote from an Uber driver who claims to have witnessed the shooting, but does not provide any evidence to support this claim.
                                                  • The article selectively reports details that support its position, such as the shooting happening at an underground New Year's Eve party, without providing any context or information about the party itself.
                                                  • The article uses sensationalist language such as 'two people are dead and eight others wounded' to create an emotional response in readers.
                                                • Fallacies (70%)
                                                  The article contains several logical fallacies. The first is an appeal to authority when it states that the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) says that officers assigned to the Newton Area initially responded to an emergency call of an 'ambulance shooting' at 15th Street and Santa Fe Avenue. This statement implies that the LAPD is a reliable source of information, but there is no evidence to support this claim. The second fallacy is inflammatory rhetoric when it describes the shooting as a 'massacre' and 'bloodshed'. While these words may be emotionally charged, they are not accurate descriptions of the event. The third fallacy is an informal fallacy when it states that family members at the scene rushed to the location after finding a disturbing video of the shooting on social media and believing their loved one may have been there. This statement implies that the video is reliable evidence, but there is no way to verify its authenticity or accuracy. The fourth fallacy is an informal fallacy when it states that Mike B., an Uber driver who gave his name as Mike B., said he was caught in the midst of the gunfire as he was picking up passengers outside the massive party. This statement implies that Mike B.'s account is reliable, but there is no way to verify his identity or credibility.
                                                  • The article contains an appeal to authority when it states that the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) says that officers assigned to the Newton Area initially responded to an emergency call of an 'ambulance shooting' at 15th Street and Santa Fe Avenue. This statement implies that the LAPD is a reliable source of information, but there is no evidence to support this claim.
                                                  • The article contains inflammatory rhetoric when it describes the shooting as a 'massacre' and 'bloodshed'. While these words may be emotionally charged, they are not accurate descriptions of the event.
                                                  • The article contains an informal fallacy when it states that family members at the scene rushed to the location after finding a disturbing video of the shooting on social media and believing their loved one may have been there. This statement implies that the video is reliable evidence, but there is no way to verify its authenticity or accuracy.
                                                  • The article contains an informal fallacy when it states that Mike B., an Uber driver who gave his name as Mike B., said he was caught in the midst of the gunfire as he was picking up passengers outside the massive party. This statement implies that Mike B.'s account is reliable, but there is no way to verify his identity or credibility.
                                                • Bias (70%)
                                                  The article contains a statement that the victims were attending an underground New Year's Eve celebration at an illegal party. This statement implies that the police are targeting and punishing people for celebrating the holiday in an illegal manner, which could be seen as a form of political bias. Additionally, the use of phrases such as 'ambulance shooting' and 'gunfire' may be used to sensationalize the event and create a sense of fear and danger, which could also be seen as biased.
                                                  • The victims were attending an illegal New Year's Eve celebration at an underground party located in the 2300 block of Porter Street
                                                    • Two people are dead and eight others wounded after a shooting at an underground New Year's party in downtown Los Angeles
                                                    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                      There are several potential conflicts of interest in this article. The site is owned by a company that may have financial ties to the police department or other organizations involved in the incident. Additionally, the site may have personal relationships with sources or victims of the incident, which could affect their objectivity. Finally, the site may belong to an organization or group that has a vested interest in a particular issue related to the incident.
                                                      • The article mentions that family members of the victims were at the scene and received a call from the police about their loved ones. This could suggest a personal relationship between the site and the families, which could affect their objectivity.
                                                        • The article mentions that the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is involved in the incident and that officers provided medical treatment to the victims. However, it does not disclose any financial ties between the LAPD and the site or its owners.
                                                          • The article mentions that the site belongs to a company called 2024 KABC Television, LLC. It is not clear if this company has any financial ties to the police department or other organizations involved in the incident.
                                                          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                                                            None Found At Time Of Publication

                                                          66%

                                                          • Unique Points
                                                            • Two people were shot to death and eight others injured in a fight that broke out during a New Year's Eve underground party at a commercial building in downtown Los Angeles.
                                                            • The shooting happened at 12:53 a.m. at 2350 Porter St., according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
                                                            • Officers found multiple victims on the street and sidewalk of Porter Street between Santa Fe Avenue and Mateo Street.
                                                            • Two victims - a man and woman both in their 20s - died at the scene.
                                                            • Eight others were taken to local hospitals for treatment.
                                                            • An investigation revealed a dispute broke out during the party and shots were fired.
                                                            • Multiple suspects were involved in the shooting.
                                                            • Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Howarth, Los Angeles Police Department, Operations-Central Bureau Homicide, at (213) 996-4143.
                                                            • During nonbusiness hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247).
                                                            • Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477).
                                                          • Accuracy
                                                            • The shooting took place at an underground, illegal New Year's Eve party at a warehouse in downtown Los Angeles early Monday morning.
                                                            • Two people were killed and eight others were injured in the shootout.
                                                            • The victims were described as a male and a female who were in their 20s.
                                                            • Hundreds of people had packed the building in the 2300 block of Porter Street and many of them spilled outside.
                                                            • The scene was already chaotic and dangerous even before the deadly shootout.
                                                            • The witness made multiple attempts to call both 311 and 911 but all calls were unsuccessful.
                                                            • An Uber driver, identified only as Mike B., was in the area picking up customers when he got caught in the crossfire.
                                                            • Mike's vehicle was struck by bullets and at least one of his passengers had their arm grazed by gunfire.
                                                            • The man believed that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shootout.
                                                            • The situation remains under investigation as police continue gathering evidence, looking for surveillance footage and talking to witnesses.
                                                            • Anyone with any information about the incident is urged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department.
                                                          • Deception (50%)
                                                            The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that it was a 'deadly New Year's Eve party shooting'. While this may be true, it is not necessary to use such extreme language to describe the incident. Secondly, the author selectively reports details that support their position, such as the number of victims and suspects involved, without providing any context or perspective on the situation. This creates a one-sided view of the event. Thirdly, the author uses emotional manipulation by stating that two people died at the scene, which may evoke strong emotions in readers. However, it is important to note that this information is presented in a matter-of-fact manner without any additional context or analysis. Finally, the article does not disclose sources, making it difficult to verify the accuracy of the information presented.
                                                            • The author uses emotional manipulation by stating that two people died at the scene.
                                                            • The author uses sensationalism by stating that it was a 'deadly New Year's Eve party shooting'.
                                                            • The author selectively reports details that support their position, such as the number of victims and suspects involved, without providing any context or perspective on the situation.
                                                          • Fallacies (75%)
                                                            The article contains several logical fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing the Los Angeles Police Department as a source for information. However, this does not necessarily mean that the information provided is accurate or reliable. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric by describing the shooting as a 'deadly New Year's Eve party shooting', which may be seen as sensationalist and exaggerated. The article also contains an informal fallacy of false dilemma by stating that there were only two victims when in fact eight others were injured. Lastly, the author uses a formal fallacy of hasty generalization by stating that multiple suspects were involved without providing any evidence to support this claim.
                                                            • The article cites the Los Angeles Police Department as a source for information, which may not necessarily be accurate or reliable.
                                                            • The author describes the shooting as a 'deadly New Year's Eve party shooting', which may be seen as sensationalist and exaggerated.
                                                            • The article contains an informal fallacy of false dilemma by stating that there were only two victims when in fact eight others were injured.
                                                            • The author uses a formal fallacy of hasty generalization by stating that multiple suspects were involved without providing any evidence to support this claim.
                                                          • Bias (75%)
                                                            The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses language that depicts the victims as being part of a 'large crowd' and 'multiple suspects were involved', which could be seen as demonizing them. Additionally, the use of phrases such as 'underground party' and 'commercial building' could be interpreted as having a negative connotation towards those who attend or own these types of events. The article also mentions that the shooting happened at 12:53 a.m., which could be seen as implying that the victims were engaging in illegal activities, further perpetuating a negative stereotype.
                                                            • The author uses language that depicts the victims as being part of a 'large crowd' and 'multiple suspects were involved', which could be seen as demonizing them.
                                                              • The use of phrases such as 'underground party' and 'commercial building' could be interpreted as having a negative connotation towards those who attend or own these types of events.
                                                              • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                                Alexa Mae Asperin has a conflict of interest on the topic of gunshots and fights as she is reporting on an incident in which multiple suspects were involved in a shooting and a fight at a New Year's Eve party in downtown Los Angeles. The article does not disclose any financial ties, personal relationships, or professional affiliations that may compromise Asperin's ability to act objectively and impartially.
                                                                • The article mentions multiple suspects involved in the incident.
                                                                  • The article reports on the shooting and fight at a New Year's Eve party in downtown Los Angeles.
                                                                  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                                    The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of gunshots and fights as they are reporting on an incident that involved multiple suspects and resulted in two deaths. The author also has a conflict of interest on the topic of disputes as the article mentions a dispute between the victims and the suspects.
                                                                    • The article mentions that multiple suspects were involved in the shooting, which could be seen as a conflict of interest for the author as they are reporting on an incident that may have been motivated by personal or professional affiliations between the suspects and the victims.
                                                                      • The article reports that the shooting occurred at a New Year's Eve party, which could be seen as a conflict of interest for the author as they are reporting on an event that may have been organized or promoted by someone with whom they have a personal relationship.

                                                                      72%

                                                                      • Unique Points
                                                                        • Two people were killed and eight others were wounded in a shooting at an underground New Year's Eve celebration in downtown Los Angeles early Monday.
                                                                        • The shooting victims were attending a New Year's Eve party in the 2300 block of Porter Street.
                                                                        • Authorities believe a dispute between people at the gathering led to the shooting.
                                                                        • No information on any suspects was immediately available.
                                                                        • Anonymous tips can be directed to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS or www.lacrimestoppers.org.
                                                                      • Accuracy
                                                                        • The shooting took place at an underground, illegal New Year's Eve party at a warehouse in downtown Los Angeles early Monday morning.
                                                                        • Two people were killed and eight others were injured in the shootout.
                                                                        • The victims were described as a male and a female who were in their 20s.
                                                                        • Hundreds of people had packed the building in the 2300 block of Porter Street and many of them spilled outside.
                                                                        • The witness made multiple attempts to call both 311 and 911 but all calls were unsuccessful.
                                                                        • Mike B., an Uber driver, was in the area picking up customers when he got caught in the crossfire.
                                                                        • Mike's vehicle was struck by bullets and at least one of his passengers had their arm grazed by gunfire.
                                                                        • The man believed that there were multiple gunmen involved in the shootout.
                                                                        • The situation remains under investigation as police continue gathering evidence, looking for surveillance footage and talking to witnesses.
                                                                        • Anyone with any information about the incident is urged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department.
                                                                      • Deception (30%)
                                                                        The article contains several examples of deceptive practices. Firstly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that two people were killed and eight others were wounded in a shooting at an underground New Year's Eve celebration in downtown Los Angeles early Monday. This statement is misleading as it implies that the event was illegal or dangerous when there is no evidence to suggest this. Secondly, the author uses selective reporting by only mentioning the number of people injured and killed without providing any context on why they were attending the party or what led to the shooting. This creates a one-sided narrative that does not provide a complete picture of the event. Lastly, the author uses emotion manipulation by stating that the wounded individuals were treated at hospitals but does not provide an update on their conditions. This creates a sense of urgency and concern for the victims without providing any concrete information.
                                                                        • Two people were killed and eight others were wounded in a shooting at an underground New Year's Eve celebration in downtown Los Angeles early Monday.
                                                                      • Fallacies (100%)
                                                                        None Found At Time Of Publication
                                                                      • Bias (75%)
                                                                        The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses language that depicts one side as extreme or unreasonable, which is an example of religious bias. Additionally, the article mentions a New Year's Eve party, which could be seen as promoting the idea of celebrating a holiday that is not universally accepted, which is an example of monetary bias.
                                                                        • Authorities believe a dispute between people at the gathering led to the shooting.
                                                                          • The shooting victims were attending a New Year's Eve party in the 2300 block of Porter Street.
                                                                          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                                                                            None Found At Time Of Publication
                                                                          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                                            The author has a potential conflict of interest on the topic of shooting, as she may have been involved in reporting on previous incidents or have personal connections to those affected. She does not disclose this information in her article.
                                                                            • Fry added: 'Police are still investigating the motive behind the shooting, which occurred near a popular New Year's Eve party venue in downtown L.A.'
                                                                              • Fry also reported: 'Three other people were wounded in the shooting and taken to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.'
                                                                                • Fry wrote: 'Officers from LAPD's Central Division responded to a call of shots fired at about 12:30 a.m. near the intersection of 15th Street and Santa Fe Avenue, where they found multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds.'