Los Angeles, CA – March 21, 2025 – A fatal shooting near Santee High School early Thursday morning led to a school lockdown as authorities searched for the suspect.
The incident occurred around 7:45 AM on 20th St., between Trinity St. and Maple Ave. One person was shot and killed just east of the high school, prompting an immediate response from law enforcement.
As a precautionary measure, school officials placed Santee High School on lockdown while LAUSD police officers secured the area and diverted traffic away from the scene.
Authorities reported that the suspect was last seen fleeing west on 20th St. toward Maple Ave. No further suspect description was available at this time.