Actor Ian Ziering, best known for his role on the hit 90s show Beverly Hills, 90210, was involved in an altercation with a group of bikers in Los Angeles on New Year’s Eve. In a video that surfaced on TMZ, Ziering’s car was surrounded by a group of individuals on mini bikes while stuck in traffic. The confrontational situation escalated into a physical altercation, with Ziering and the bikers engaging in a scuffle.
Ziering, 59, revealed in an Instagram post on Monday that he and his daughter Mia, 12, were unharmed in the incident. He stated that he was “grateful” for this, but also expressed his concern over the “growing boldness” of these types of groups and the need for “effective law enforcement responses” to prevent future occurrences.
The former 90210 star also urged city officials and law enforcement to take action against such “hooliganism” and ensure the safety of citizens on the streets. The video released by TMZ shows the bikers surrounding Ziering and attacking him, with one appearing to deliberately drive into him on his bike. The actor is then seen trying to escape the group as they continue to chase and attack him.
According to TMZ, Ziering’s daughter was also present during the incident and appeared visibly upset in another video released by the publication. Ziering was seen comforting her as they made their way through the chaotic scene. The LAPD confirmed to KTLA that they responded to the area and are currently investigating the matter.
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Ziering’s Instagram post also highlighted the larger issue of “lawlessness” on the streets and the need for “decisive action” from authorities. The actor’s plea for a safer community comes at a time when law enforcement has been under increased scrutiny for their handling of similar situations.
As a well-known actor and parent, Ziering’s concern for the safety of citizens and his call for action against such reckless behavior is understandable. The incident also sheds light on the importance of effective law enforcement responses and resources in preventing such incidents from happening in the future.
The video of Ziering’s altercation with the bikers has sparked outrage among fans and the public, with many expressing their support and concern for the actor and his family. Some have also shared their own experiences with similar situations and the need for stricter measures to combat such lawlessness.
Ziering’s post also serves as a reminder of the responsibility of citizens and law enforcement to work together in creating a safer community. It is a call to action for authorities to take a stronger stance against reckless behavior and ensure that the streets are safe for everyone.
NEW: Actor Ian Ziering takes on multiple bikers by himself in Los Angeles in what appears to be a road rage incident.
Los Angeles is a mess as always.
After striking a couple of the bikers, Ziering started running as they ganged up on him.
The 59 year old actor eventually made… pic.twitter.com/DEt79RgT3H
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) January 1, 2024
Ziering stated, “This situation highlights a larger issue of hooliganism on our streets and the need for effective law enforcement responses to such behavior. As a citizen and a parent, I find it unacceptable that groups can freely engage in this kind of behavior, causing fear and chaos, while the response from authorities seems insufficient.”
