Barely a few days after a US cop maimed a senior citizen from India, a homeless African squatter was shot dead in Los Angeles. The horrific killing was caught on video and has gone viral.

In the video, three policemen, who have gone to arrest a suspect a robbery, are shown having an altercation with the squatters. Suddenly, gunfire sounds are heard and man gets injured. A handcuffed woman being whisked away is also seen.

After the video went viral, the LA police authorities have removed the three officers involved in the incident.

The area remained tense for hours after the incident took place.

We advise viewer's discretion while watching the video.