Los Angeles Sheriff's Dept Deletes Weird Ass Post, saying "Our Hearts Go Out to the Victims and Families of the Bombing in Iran."

LOS ANGELES — June 23, 2025, 7:30 AM PDT In an unusual and swiftly retracted move, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) posted a statement on X early Monday morning expressing condolences for victims of recent bombings in Iran, only to delete it hours later amid a storm of public backlash and confusion. The post, timestamped 01:14 UTC (6:14 PM PDT Sunday), read: "Our hearts go out to the victims and families impacted by the recent bombings in Iran. While this tragic event occurred overseas, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is closely monitoring the situation alongside our local, state, and federal partners."

The statement went on to assure the public of increased patrol checks at places of worship and other sensitive locations throughout the county, emphasizing that "the safety and security of our communities remain our top priority." However, the mention of Iran—a country with a complex geopolitical relationship with the United States—raised eyebrows, especially given the timing. Reports from the Times of India on June 22, 2025, confirmed U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict under the Trump administration.

The post was first flagged by conservative commentator Laura Loomer, who shared a screenshot at 01:14 UTC, calling attention to its oddity. Within minutes, users on X, including

@VoteRepubGuy, noted the deletion, with speculation running rampant. "They just gave Trump all the justification he needs to maintain control of Los Angeles with the National Guard and Marines," tweeted @NotTheirScript, while others, like

@JustaRedVoter, expressed outrage, labeling the statement "un-f***in-real" and demanding better from local law enforcement.

The LASD has not issued an official explanation for the deletion, fueling theories ranging from poor wording to potential political pressure. A 2023 study in the Journal of Cybersecurity suggests that social media retractions by public agencies often correlate with perceived backlash, hinting that the department may have faced internal or external pushback. Critics, including @GasCanistan, accused the sheriff's department of "siding with terrorists," while others, like @LACoSheriff supporter @FACTMATTER2024, suggested the wording was simply a misstep.

The context of the bombings adds another layer of intrigue. Axios reported on June 22 that President Trump authorized B-2 stealth bomber strikes on Iran, aiming to dismantle its nuclear enrichment capacity. The LASD's initial post may have been an attempt to address potential local repercussions, such as retaliatory threats, but its phrasing—extending sympathy to Iran—struck a discordant note with many Americans, given the decades-long "Death to America" rhetoric from Tehran.

Sheriff Robert Luna, whose image was circulated alongside the controversy, has yet to comment. The deleted post’s brief existence has left residents and observers questioning the department's priorities. "Why is LA County law enforcement sending prayers to Iran and monitoring our churches like we’re the threat?" asked @joemccuiston17, attaching a meme mocking the situation.

As of 7:30 AM PDT, the LASD’s X account remains silent on the matter, and the deleted post has become a lightning rod for debate. Whether this was a clumsy PR move or a sign of deeper misalignment remains unclear, but one thing is certain: the internet won’t let it go quietly. For now, the department’s call to "if you see something, say something" has been turned back on them, with the public demanding answers.