Weezer Bassist’s Wife Update After Being Shot by Police
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Scott Shriner, the bassist for Weezer, has recently shared updates on his wife, Jillian Lauren-Shriner, after she was shot and arrested by the police. Despite the incident, the band is still scheduled to perform at Coachella this weekend. Jillian, who now faces an attempted murder charge for firing her gun at an officer, has been released from custody on a staggering $1 million bond.
The unfortunate event took place on Tuesday, April 8, near the couple’s residence in Los Angeles’ Eagle Rock neighborhood. The police were on a manhunt for three suspects involved in a hit-and-run incident, leading them to the Shriners’ neighborhood. During the search, Jillian, who was not connected to the hit-and-run, was found armed and fired at an officer in the backyard, resulting in her arrest.
Scott Shriner reassured the public about his wife’s condition, confirming that she is okay after the incident. He was seen outside their house with their four dogs, expressing gratitude for inquiries about Jillian’s well-being, and mentioned their upcoming appearance at Coachella this weekend.
Despite the challenging circumstances, Weezer is set to take the stage at Coachella on the Mojave stage this Saturday at 3:10 p.m. local time. While the band didn’t immediately respond to requests for comments, a source close to them informed NBC News about their commitment to the performance at the festival.
The LAPD confirmed that Jillian had indeed fired at an officer during the altercation on Tuesday. Reports indicate she ignored repeated commands from the police and allegedly aimed her firearm at them, resulting in her being shot once in the shoulder by a responding officer. She was later taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention and was subsequently booked for attempted murder, with bail set at $1 million.
Jillian Lauren-Shriner, an accomplished author known for her autobiography ‘Some Girls: My Life in a Harem,’ had disclosed earlier on Instagram about her ongoing battle with cancer. She was recovering from a hysterectomy when the shooting incident occurred.
As of now, it is uncertain if Jillian has sought legal representation to address the charges leveled against her by the LAPD. The situation remains complex, with one of the hit-and-run suspects cited and released, while the other two are still at large, as reported by PEOPLE.
Jillian’s life story, chronicled in her book, provides insights into her challenging past experiences as a paid female guest of Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei. Despite facing personal struggles, she has demonstrated resilience and strength in confronting life’s adversities. As the investigation continues, the public awaits further developments in this evolving story.