A U-Haul truck drove into a large Iran protest crowd in Westwood, Los Angeles. Viral videos show panic, police response, and FBI investigation.
Chaos Erupts at Westwood Protest as U-Haul Truck Plows Into Crowd
On January 11, 2026, a shocking incident unfolded in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, turning a peaceful demonstration into a scene of chaos and fear. A U-Haul box truck drove directly into a large crowd of protesters gathered in solidarity with the ongoing anti-government demonstrations rocking Iran. The event, captured in dramatic videos that quickly went viral on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok, showed the white rental truck barreling through marchers, prompting screams, scattering bodies, and a frenzied response from the crowd.
Viral Images Capture the Immediate Aftermath of the Attack
Here are some of the most striking images from the chaotic scene, showing the truck amid the protesters and the immediate aftermath:
