Police Monday asked for help in tracking down three suspects who attempted an armed robbery in the Mid-Wilshire area but were met with gunfire from the victim.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, two suspects approached a male victim — identified as Vince Ricci — in front of his residence at about 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 4 in the 400 block of Plymouth Boulevard.
One of the armed suspects demanded property from the victim, who retaliated by shooting at the suspect, police said.
The suspect allegedly returned fire before fleeing in a dark-colored sedan driven by a third suspect, while the second suspect fled on foot, police said.
Ricci was not injured, and it was unclear if the gunshots hit either of the suspects, according to police.
LAPD officials said Monday afternoon that the department had not revoked Ricci’s permit to carry a concealed weapon.
Detectives described the armed suspect as 5 feet 10 inches tall, wearing a black ski mask, a black shirt and black pants.
The second suspect was described as 5 feet 9 inches tall, wearing a mask and a gray hoodie with a blue stripe from shoulder to arm.
There was no description of the driver.
Detectives released a surveillance video of the shooting in hopes of identifying the suspects.
Anyone with information was urged to contact LAPD Olympic Division detectives at 213-382-9316.
Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477. During non-business hours or weekends, calls should be directed to 877-527-3247.