In the early hours of August 16, 2024, East Los Angeles was the scene of a troubling incident as two individuals were injured in a drive-by shooting. According to reports from the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD), the call came in at 1:16 AM, detailing a person with gunshot wounds at the intersection of Whittier Boulevard and Downey Road.
Upon arrival, East LA Sheriffs swiftly cleared the area to allow emergency services to access the scene. Firefighters discovered the two victims inside their vehicle, both suffering from gunshot wounds. The severity of their injuries prompted the request for an additional ambulance and a squad to support the situation.
The Los Angeles County Fire Department transported the injured individuals to a nearby hospital. As of now, their conditions remain unknown. The initial investigation suggests that the shooting was a drive-by incident. The East LA Sheriffs are actively investigating the scene, noting multiple bullet holes on the driver’s side door of the black sedan involved. The vehicle was traveling westbound on Whittier Boulevard when the shooting occurred.
The cause of the shooting is still under investigation. Authorities are seeking any witnesses or additional information that could shed light on the motive and perpetrators behind this violent act.