Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a man Saturday evening in an unincorporated area of East Los Angeles.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to reports of gunfire shortly after 7:45 p.m. in the 3900 block of Cesar Chavez Avenue.
When deputies arrived at the scene, they discovered an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the location. Officials have not yet released the victim’s identity, pending notification of next of kin.
At this time, investigators have not disclosed any information regarding a possible suspect or motive. Detectives continue to canvass the area for evidence and are urging members of the public to come forward with any information that may assist in the case.
Anyone with details related to the incident is encouraged to contact the department’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.
The investigation remains ongoing.
