Los Angeles, California – The wife of Weezer bass player Scott Shriner, Jillian Lauren, found herself at the center of a shocking incident this week that involved police gunfire and allegations of attempted murder of a LAPD officer. The events unfolded following a hit-and-run on the 134 Freeway, leading to a manhunt in the neighborhood of Eagle Rock.
During the pursuit of the suspects, officers spotted Lauren on a neighboring property with a handgun. Despite repeated commands to drop her weapon, Lauren allegedly pointed her gun at the officers and fired at them before retreating into her home. She was later taken to the hospital after being shot by the officers. It was later revealed that Lauren was not connected to the hit-and-run incident.
After a thorough investigation, Lauren was booked on suspicion of attempted murder of a peace officer. The police recovered a 9-mm handgun from her residence. Meanwhile, the Highway Patrol was able to apprehend one of the suspects involved in the hit-and-run, while two others remained at large.
Following her arrest, Lauren posted bail and was released from custody pending her court appearance on April 30. Charges had yet to be filed against her, as the LAPD continued to prepare their case for the L.A. County district attorney’s office to review and decide on potential charges. If convicted of attempted murder without premeditation, Lauren could face a significant sentence, particularly if a firearm was used in the crime.
While Lauren dealt with the aftermath of the incident, her husband Scott Shriner remained focused on his upcoming performance at Coachella with Weezer. When asked about his wife’s situation, Shriner assured the media that she was okay and shifted the focus back to the band’s performance. Weezer, an alternative rock group from Los Angeles, has enjoyed success since their debut album in 1994 and is set to make their fourth appearance at the Indio festival.
Jillian Lauren, a bestselling author from New Jersey, has gained acclaim for her memoirs and investigative storytelling. Her past works have delved into personal experiences, including a memoir about her time in a harem and her journey to motherhood through adoption. Despite the recent legal troubles, Lauren has yet to make a public statement regarding the incident.