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- Accused Los Angeles bus hijacker charged with murder, kidnapping (newsbreak.com)
A tragic incident occurred in Los Angeles last Wednesday when a man hijacked a city bus. The alleged perpetrator, Lamont Campbell, has been charged with murder and kidnapping.
Campbell allegedly shot and killed 48-year-old Anthony Rivera, who was on his way home from work. He also threatened and robbed another passenger.
Police were able to stop the bus using spike strips and perform a hostage rescue. The bus driver, Dennis Contreras, was praised for his bravery and calmness.
Campbell, who has an extensive criminal record, will be arraigned Tuesday. If convicted, he faces a potential sentence of up to 90 years in prison.
Rivera’s family expressed their grief and called for increased safety measures on public transit.
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