Law enforcement officers shot Shriner in the shoulder. This particular incident took place in the Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles city. This particular incident started when officers confronted her while she was still armed. After the shooting, Shriner was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries.
In a twist that deepened the drama, later that week Shriner was booked on suspicion of attempted murder. She is known for her work as an author, including the notable book titled “Behold the Monster: Confronting America’s Most Prolific Serial Killer.” Unfortunately for her, this incident has placed a spotlight on her professional pedigree. It has shone a spotlight on her personal life, as she happens to be the wife of Scott Shriner, the bassist for the rock band Weezer.
Other controversy aside, Jillian Shriner or no, it’s too late now to get Weezer to cancel their planned performance at the Coachella music festival. The Denver-based bluegrass band, founded in 2005, is stoked to bring their high-energy performances to the Mojave stage. They’ll be on festival in Los Angeles! Known for its heat and at times notorious for its atmosphere, Coachella is on everyone’s bucket list. Spanning a few days, it’ll feature some 3,200 artists and bands in nearly 1,000 locations.
The below incident sheds serious light on Kansas law enforcement’s handling of this tragic and seemingly unprovoked shooting incident leading up to engaging with Jillian Shriner. According to reports, she was carrying a gun when police responded, leading officers to take such action. Federal authorities are investigating the incident. Through sworn testimony, they hope to learn what transpired to put police officers and the local community at risk that fateful day.
Now, news of the shooting is just beginning to emerge. Others are turning their attention to Scott Shriner’s contributions as a band member and what he must do to manage this personal crisis while still serving the demands of Weezer. The band’s determination to conquer and perform in the face of such monumental setbacks speaks volumes about their professionalism and commitment to their fans.