The Dodgers' celebrations descend into chaos when a “hostile” crowd hurls projectiles at officers and sets a city bus on fire

Los Angeles Dodgers Fans celebrating the team's eighth World Series title late Wednesday night stormed into a “hostile” crowd that witnessed “various projectiles” being fired at LAPD officers, several stores being looted and even an MTA bus was set on fire, police said.

Chaos ensued after the Dodgers overcame a five-run deficit to beat New York Yankees, 7-6, in Game 5 of the World Series. Despite the victory in the Bronx, fans poured into the streets of downtown Los Angeles.

Dodgers fans celebrate on a bus marked in Echo Park after the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees in Game 5 to win the World Series on October 30, 2024 in Los Angeles. The Dodgers plan to hold a victory parade on Friday. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Law enforcement warned Dodgers fans on social media to avoid the area and “celebrate responsibly.” However, the LAPD quickly issued a dispersal order after the crowd appeared to get out of control.

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According to several updates shared on X, the LAPD said a “hostile crowd” began throwing fireworks and projectiles at officers. In another post shared by the LAPD, disorderly fans were also seen throwing rocks and bottles at officers.

Police also said several stores in the area were also looted and vandalized and arrests were made. It was not immediately clear how many suspects were arrested.

A person covered in blue paint runs from a police officer as fans celebrate in the street after the Los Angeles Dodgers won the Baseball World Series against the New York Yankees on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)

An MTA bus in the Sunset and Echo Park area was also destroyed and eventually set on fire.

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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass released a statement congratulating the Dodgers organization but added that violence “will not be tolerated” during the celebration.

“Tonight we showed the world that Los Angeles is made of champions. On behalf of our entire city, I want to express our pride and heartfelt congratulations to the Dodgers – the players and their families, the coaches, the trainers, the front office and everyone who made history tonight has the best of ours every night City embodied and greatness showcased,” the statement said.

A Metro bus burns following celebrations by Dodger fans in the area after the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees in Game 5 to win the World Series on Oct. 31, 2024, in Los Angeles. The Dodgers plan to hold a victory parade on Friday. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)

“As we celebrate this success tonight and in the days ahead, violence will not be tolerated. The LAPD is currently on tactical alert and has activated a strategic plan to protect communities and businesses that includes proactive deployment and a coordinated strategy with regional partners to ensure that all Angelenos can celebrate safely.”

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Bass said city officials will hold a news conference Thursday to discuss a safety plan moving forward, with two ceremonies planned for Friday.

A fan confronts police on the street after the Los Angeles Dodgers won against the New York Yankees in the Baseball World Series on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)

“This will be a fitting celebration for our championship team and our dedicated fans. I look forward to seeing everyone there.”

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