Los Angeles, August 16, 2024 — A shooting in Los Angeles late Thursday night resulted in the death of a man who was found shot multiple times in the back. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. at the intersection of Broadway and Imperial Highway.
Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) personnel responded to the scene following a report of the shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered the male victim unresponsive and not breathing. LAFD paramedics were called to the scene, but they pronounced the victim dead upon arrival.
The LAPD has shut down Broadway in the area of Imperial Highway as they conduct their investigation. Several shell casings were found near the body, indicating the severity of the shooting. The motive behind the shooting is currently unknown, and authorities are working to gather more information and identify any suspects involved.
The investigation remains ongoing as LAPD officers work to piece together the events leading up to the shooting. No further details have been released at this time.