Los Angeles police released bodycam video on April 25, 2025, showing the tense moments leading up to the shooting of Jillian Shriner, the wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner. The incident occurred on April 8, when police were searching for suspects involved in a hit-and-run crash in the Eagle Rock neighborhood.
The footage depicts Shriner, 51, wearing a Weezer T-shirt, emerging from her home armed with a handgun as officers were in the area assisting the California Highway Patrol (CHP) in their pursuit of three male suspects who had fled a vehicle crash on the 134 Freeway. Officers called for backup after the suspects ran into nearby backyards.
As police searched the vicinity, they spotted Shriner in her backyard. Bodycam footage shows officers yelling, “Put the gun down! Put it down!” as they attempted to communicate with her. Despite their repeated warnings, Shriner allegedly pointed her weapon at the officers, prompting them to react.
One officer can be heard saying, “Hey, she just pointed it. Not at us, but she just lifted it up,” followed by another officer exclaiming, “Oh, she racked it!” Almost immediately after, multiple gunshots rang out. Police allege that Shriner fired at them, leading to officers returning fire and striking her in the shoulder.
A 911 call made shortly after the shooting reveals that Shriner believed she was defending herself against the suspects. In the call, she stated, “I had my gun, and he said, ‘put down that gun, put down that gun.’ I said put down your (expletive) gun. And then he shot me.” This suggests that she may have been confused about the identity of the individuals she was confronting.
After being shot, Shriner retreated into her home, where she was later taken into custody and transported to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Officers recovered a 9mm handgun from her residence. Following her release from the hospital, Shriner was booked on suspicion of attempted murder of a peace officer.
She posted a $1 million bond and is scheduled to appear in court on April 30, 2025. The LAPD confirmed that no officers or civilians were injured during the incident, which has sparked considerable public interest due to Shriner's connection to the music industry.
Jillian Shriner is known for her bestselling memoirs, including "Some Girls: My Life in a Harem" and "Everything You Ever Wanted." In 2021, she appeared in the Starz docuseries "Confronting a Serial Killer," which focused on serial killer Samuel Little. Her husband, Scott Shriner, has been a bassist for Weezer since 2001, contributing to the band’s success over the years.
The LAPD stated that they will continue to investigate the incident, reviewing evidence and interviewing potential witnesses. The department emphasized that they are committed to evaluating whether the officers’ actions complied with LAPD policies regarding the use of force.
As the investigation unfolds, the case has drawn attention not only because of the circumstances surrounding the shooting but also due to the broader implications it holds for police engagement with armed civilians. The public is left questioning the dynamics of the encounter and whether Shriner's actions were justified.
The hit-and-run incident that initiated this police response involved multiple vehicles and occurred near the intersection of the 134 Freeway and Figueroa Street. The suspects involved in the crash were seen fleeing on foot, prompting the police to establish a perimeter in the neighborhood.
While one suspect was apprehended later that day, two others remain at large. This ongoing investigation into the hit-and-run incident serves as a backdrop to the shooting of Shriner, highlighting a complex situation that involved both law enforcement and civilian actions.
As the LAPD continues to analyze the bodycam footage and other evidence, the outcome of Shriner's upcoming court appearance will be closely monitored by the media and the public alike. The incident raises important questions about the interactions between police officers and civilians, particularly in high-stress situations where misunderstandings can lead to tragic outcomes.
In the meantime, the community in Eagle Rock is left to grapple with the aftermath of this incident, as residents reflect on the events that unfolded in their neighborhood. The shooting has sparked discussions about safety, police protocols, and the responsibilities of citizens when confronted by law enforcement.
As more information becomes available, updates on both the investigation and Shriner's legal proceedings are expected to emerge, shedding light on this troubling encounter.
