Burbank PD News Release: Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation

An investigation is underway following an officer-involved shooting. 

On December 23, 2025, at about 1:20 p.m., Burbank Police officers responded to a report of a firearm theft that had just occurred from a business located in the 1200 block of West Magnolia Boulevard.

Upon arrival, officers located a male suspect running eastbound on Magnolia Boulevard while armed with a firearm. During the encounter, the suspect’s actions precipitated an officer-involved shooting. 

Officers immediately summoned medical aid. Burbank Fire Department personnel responded and transported the suspect to Providence Holy Cross Trauma Center, where he is listed in critical condition.

No officers were injured during the incident.

The identity of the suspect has not yet been determined. Burbank Police detectives and investigators from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office have been notified and are responding to the scene.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Burbank Police Department Investigations Division at (818) 238-3210.

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Questions regarding this statement should be directed to Lieutenant Brent Fekety at (818) 238-3231 or [email protected].