LeBron James has been among the biggest advocates for the Black Lives Matter movement — making statements, demanding action from league owners, and giving back to the community.
With all the social tension going on in America today, James has put himself in the center of the spotlight of discussions, whether for better or worse.
And now, with his name tied to the BLM movement, Law Enforcement is calling for his support as well.
On Saturday, two L.A. County officers were shot at a local radio outlet. They both would go on to survive, but not before being hospitalized for serious injuries.
“Moments ago, 2 of our Sheriff Deputies were shot in Compton and were transported to a local hospital,” the LASD announced in a statement. “They are both still fighting for their lives, so please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. We will update this thread with information as it becomes available.”
BREAKING: Two LASD Transit Security Bureau deputies have been shot at the Compton PAX station. I’m told by LASD that both were shot in the head by a male who got off a bus, then fled. Both hospitalized, Sheriff Villanueva at hospital now. @FOXLA
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) September 13, 2020
I am hearing conflicting info on the status of both deputies so I will refrain from any talk of their conditions until I get more concrete info. I will not be showing any of the video unless LASD approves as it is quite upsetting. Just know it was a COMPLETE ambush. @FOXLA
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) September 13, 2020
BREAKING: LASD has given me the okay to show this shortened video of the suspect opening fire on the deputies in this ambush. Before the video starts, the suspect creeps up to vehicle. After it stops, deputy falls out and stumbles. Manhunt still underway. @FOXLA pic.twitter.com/3x3vXn4IFy
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) September 13, 2020
With the manhunt for the shooter still ongoing, L.A. County Sheriff Alex Villanueva challenged LeBron James to match the current $175,000 reward for information.
On @KABCRadio, @LACoSheriff challenges LeBron James to match current reward amount of $175,000, in search for shooter of two @LASDHQ deputies.
Sheriff says, "the fact that they survived death is a miracle."https://t.co/lzYpNmeBju
— 790 KABC (@KABCRadio) September 14, 2020
James has yet to respond and no word yet has been passed on if he plans to respond or accept the challenge given him.
But, considering how involved Bron was in showing support for Jacob Blake and his family, it would certainly disappoint some fans to see hear nothing but silence on this particular situation.
Still, no matter what he does (or doesn’t do), let’s hope justice prevails and the shooter is stopped before he puts any more lives in danger.
