17-Year-Old Girl Among Three Fatally Shot in Lakewood; Woman Detained

17-Year-Old Girl Among Three Fatally Shot in Lakewood; Woman Detained

A tragic incident unfolded in Lakewood, where three individuals were fatally shot in their home. The victims included a 17-year-old girl, her mother, and a man believed to be a family member. Authorities provided insight into the events that occurred.

Details of the Lakewood Shooting Incident

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department received an emergency call at 7:53 a.m. on Thursday. The report indicated an assault with a deadly weapon in the 5800 block of Lorelei Avenue.

Victims and Scene Analysis

Upon arrival, deputies discovered the three victims suffering from gunshot wounds to their upper torsos. All were pronounced dead at the scene by the emergency responders.

  • Victims: 17-year-old girl, a woman, and a man
  • Location: 5800 block of Lorelei Avenue, Lakewood
  • Time of incident: 7:53 a.m. on Thursday

Detention of a Woman

At the scene, deputies detained a female who fled the home. Lt. Daniel Vizcarra from the sheriff’s Homicide Bureau confirmed that she is also related to the victims. However, as of Thursday afternoon, she had not been identified as a suspect.

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