On Tuesday, just two days after the FBI visited Ben Affleck, he was observed having a heated conversation with police officers outside of his home in Brentwood, which is located in the city of Los Angeles.
Page Six reports that the actor, who is known for his parts in films such as "Pearl Harbor," was clearly upset when he leaned out of his BMW to speak with two cops who were riding in a police car.
The photographs obtained by Page Six show that 52-year-old Affleck appeared animated during the conversation. At one point, he gestured with his arm and pointed in the direction of the exit.
Page Six was informed by a source that the presence of the police was due to private security in the neighborhood, which was blocking people from reaching their homes. The contents of their conversation are still unknown at this time.
Reports state that Affleck was discussing this situation with the officers when they finally gave him permission to return to his apartment.
As a result of the FBI's visit to Affleck's residence for a separate matter, there was an increase in the amount of police activity. According to Yahoo, a spokesperson from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office confirmed that deputies were present in the region on Sunday to assist with a grid search for unlicensed drones.
Another statement made by a spokesperson for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was that their task force was looking into "activity in the area of the Palisades Fire related to unauthorized drone activity."
Affleck's residence was visited by FBI officials, according to sources, who inquired about whether or not he possessed any CCTV footage of a private drone that had caused damage to a super scooper, which is one of the firefighting aircraft that has been utilized during the present wildfires.
Affleck is not currently under arrest or facing any criminal charges.
Affleck had to evacuate his rental house following the horrific wildfires in Los Angeles on January 7. This law enforcement activity comes in the wake of both of these events. At least 25 people have lost their lives as a result of the fires, which have burned thousands of houses, businesses, and schools.
In the aftermath of the evacuation, Affleck took sanctuary at the residence of his ex-wife Jennifer Garner, which was located nearby. Violet, who is 19 years old; Seraphina, who is 16 years old; and Samuel, who is 12 years old, are the children of the former spouse.
A source also disclosed that Affleck's most recent ex-wife, Jennifer Lopez, had been in "regular contact" with him, expressing concern for him and his children.
Despite the fact that he was still under evacuation orders, Affleck went back to his house on January 8 and expressed his gratitude that his property had been spared for the time being. An insider stated that he is aware of a large number of people who have lost their homes and is making an effort to assist those who have been impacted by the tragedy.
Business Times has contacted Ben Affleck's spokesperson to request comments.
