Los Angeles police fatally shot a man who was wielding a pipe outside a fast-food restaurant in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday, authorities said. The shooting occurred about 12:30 p.m. outside the Carl’s Jr. restaurant near the intersection of Broadway and Olympic, according to Liliana Preciado of the Los Angeles Police Department. Officers attempted to use Tasers but, after that proved ineffective, ultimately fired at the suspect, Preciado said. The man was transported to a hospital, where he died, according to police. victoria.kim@latimes.comFor more California news, follow me on Twitter @vicjkimUPDATES:4:00 p.m.: This story was updated with additional information about the circumstances leading up to the shooting.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 04, 2017 22:53 UTC