Street Takeover Spills Into Downtown LA Apartment Complex

One person injured, one arrested after incident at Circa LA apartments

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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A street takeover in downtown Los Angeles over the weekend spilled into a nearby apartment complex, leading to one person being injured and another arrested. Video circulating online appears to show dozens of people flooding the roadway as drivers performed dangerous stunts, before a large crowd later entered the Circa LA apartment building, broke a glass window, and attacked workers in the front lobby.

Why it matters

Street takeovers have become an increasing problem in Los Angeles, with drivers blocking off intersections to perform dangerous stunts like doughnuts and burnouts. This incident highlights how these events can escalate and spill over into nearby residential areas, putting innocent bystanders at risk.

The details

According to police, the incident occurred around 3:15 a.m. on Sunday at the intersection of Figueroa and 12th Streets in downtown LA. The fire department treated one person at the scene for an undisclosed injury, who was then taken to a nearby hospital. One person was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon, though their name was not released.

  • The incident occurred around 3:15 a.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2026.

The players

Circa LA

A luxury high-rise apartment complex in downtown Los Angeles where the incident took place.

Los Angeles Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and made one arrest.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the growing problem of street takeovers in Los Angeles and the need for stronger enforcement and preventative measures to protect both drivers and innocent bystanders from the dangers of these reckless events.