East Los Angeles Shooting Near 5 Freeway Leaves 1 Dead, 3 Injured
On Tuesday evening, a shooting incident in East Los Angeles resulted in one fatality and three injuries. This tragic event occurred around 8:15 p.m., close to the 5 Freeway.
Shooting Details
Authorities from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department reported that the shooting took place on the 4700 block of Telegraph Road near Commerce. Four individuals were discovered suffering from gunshot wounds in the area.
Victims and Response
- One victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
- Two others were transported to a hospital for treatment.
- The condition of the fourth individual remains unclear.
Emergency responders were swift to the scene, with police and fire departments coordinating their efforts to manage the incident.
Area Impact
A SigAlert was issued around 9 p.m. to close the Eastern Avenue offramp for northbound traffic on the 5 Freeway. This closure lasted for over thirty minutes as law enforcement conducted their investigation.
Investigation Ongoing
As of now, no suspect description has been made public, and the motive behind the shooting is under investigation. Authorities are working diligently to gather more information as the situation develops.
As this is a breaking news story, updates will be provided by El-Balad as further details emerge.
