Fatal Shooting in Westmont: Second Incident in 24 Hours
Woman Found with Fatal Gunshot Wound
A woman was found with a fatal gunshot wound Monday night on the same block in Westmont where a man was shot and killed Sunday.
Incident Details
Deputies responded to the report of a gunshot victim in the 1200 block of West 87th Street in the unincorporated area of Los Angeles County around 9:30 p.m.
Victim’s Condition
They located the unidentified victim, who was transported to a local hospital by Los Angeles Fire Department personnel but later died from her injuries, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Second Victim
A second victim, a man, was shot in the foot and is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Suspect Sought
Deputies are searching for a suspect, an adult male, who was last seen fleeing the scene on foot in an unknown direction.
Investigation Ongoing
Investigators have not determined if the shooting is connected to the fatal shooting of a man just a few houses over on the same block Sunday night.
Community Assistance
Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Those who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit the lacrimestoppers.org website.
Conclusion
The recent string of violence in Westmont has left the community shaken, and authorities are working tirelessly to catch the suspect and bring justice to the victims’ families.
FAQs
* When did the shooting occur?
+ The shooting occurred on Monday night around 9:30 p.m.
* Where did the shooting occur?
+ The shooting occurred in the 1200 block of West 87th Street in the unincorporated area of Los Angeles County.
* Is the shooting connected to the fatal shooting on Sunday night?
+ Investigators have not determined if the shooting is connected to the fatal shooting on Sunday night.
* What is the condition of the second victim?
+ The second victim is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
