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Man Shot and Killed in Westmont Area of L.A. County; Man and Woman Detained

Posted by Contributing Editor on September 23, 2020 in Crime | Leave a response
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An approximately 20-year-old man was shot and killed Wednesday in the unincorporated Westmont area, and a man and woman were detained for questioning.

The shooting occurred about 11:25 a.m. in the 1000 block of 97th Street, near Vermont Avenue, according to Deputy Eric Ortiz.

The victim was found suffering from at least one gunshot wound in his upper torso while sitting inside a vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

A man and woman were detained by deputies and were questioned, Ortiz said.

Anyone with information about the shooting was urged to call the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Those wishing to report anonymously can call 800-222-TIPS.

Man Shot and Killed in Westmont Area of L.A. County; Man and Woman Detained was last modified: September 23rd, 2020 by Contributing Editor

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