Stomach-turning video shows LA homeless encampment overrun by rats near residential neighborhood
A disturbing video from the LAPD highlights a homeless encampment in Los Angeles that is infested with rats. The encampment, located near residential neighborhoods, poses significant health hazards and obstructs sidewalks. Despite efforts to address homelessness in the city, the situation remains dire with thousands still living on the streets.
- ▪The LAPD released a video showing a homeless encampment overrun by rats near homes.
- ▪Trash and debris are blocking sidewalks, creating health hazards for residents.
- ▪Los Angeles has approximately 43,699 homeless individuals, with over 72,000 countywide.
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Metro Stomach-turning video shows LA homeless encampment overrun by rats near residential neighborhood By Katie Jerkovich Published May 21, 2026, 4:47 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google A disgusting reality within Los Angeles’ homeless encampments was brought to life in new video released by the LAPD. A disturbing video posted by the Los Angeles Police Department shows a massive homeless encampment overrun by rats just steps from homes in an LA neighborhood. Trash and debris spill into the street while tents, makeshift shelters, bikes and garbage block the sidewalks. A second clip is even more gross, showing rats swarming through piles of trash as the disease-carrying rodents crawl in and out of shelters and debris.
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