When NCIS’ Staged Heist Turned Into a Real-Life Standoff With Cops!
What should have been just another intense scene on NCIS nearly turned into a deadly disaster. During a jewelry store heist scene, the show’s realistic action was so convincing that a local store owner called the cops, thinking it was a real robbery. Before they knew it, a SWAT team stormed the set, guns drawn, pointing weapons at the actors.
The crew had failed to notify local authorities, sparking a chaotic misunderstanding. The actors, fearing for their lives, say the incident was terrifying and traumatic. Now, they’re suing CBS for the psychological distress caused.
Though no one was injured, this scary behind-the-scenes moment serves as a stark reminder of how blurred the lines between fiction and reality can get on set. CBS is currently fighting the lawsuit, arguing the case should be filed in Louisiana, where the incident occurred—but the actors’ lawyers are pushing for it to stay in California.
This mishap is just one of many NCIS controversies, but it’s one that fans won’t forget anytime soon.
