One Killed, One Wounded in Shooting in North Hollywood

One Killed, One Wounded in Shooting in North Hollywood
A Los Angeles Police Department vehicle in downtown Los Angeles on Nov. 6, 2020. (John Fredricks/The Epoch Times)
City News Service
4/20/2023
Updated:
4/20/2023
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NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif.—A person was fatally wounded and another person was expected to survive injuries suffered during a shooting in North Hollywood, authorities said April 20.

Detectives responded to the 7000 block of Vineland Avenue, near Hollywood Burbank Airport, at around 8:40 p.m. Wednesday to reports of a shooting, according to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).

The victims were standing near the intersection of Vineland Avenue and Leadwell Street where they were approached by at least one suspect who fired shots striking both victims.

Paramedics rushed the pair to a hospital, where one was pronounced dead. The second victim underwent surgery and was expected to survive.

The motive for the shooting was unclear and no arrests have been made.

LAPD Valley Bureau homicide detectives urged anyone with any information regarding the shooting to call them at 818-374-9550 or at 877-527-3247.

Tipsters can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477, or by using their website.