Justin Bieber Performs Surprise Acoustic Gig in Beleaguered Los Angeles Park
Small crowd enjoys singer’s free concert in MacArthur Park, which has often drawn headlines for less cheery reasons
TL;DR
- Justin Bieber performed a free acoustic set at MacArthur Park in Los Angeles.
- The park is known for issues including gang activity, drug use, and homelessness.
- Federal authorities previously described the park as an "open-air drug market."
- The park has been a political talking point regarding public safety in Los Angeles.
- The performance follows a recent picnic hosted at the park by Los Angeles district attorney Nathan Hochman.