URGENT UPDATE: A man in his 20s was fatally shot on a Metro bus in South Los Angeles during a violent altercation, with the shooter still on the loose as of Wednesday afternoon. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) confirmed the incident occurred around 1:58 p.m. near the intersection of Normandie Avenue and West 39th Street.
Witnesses reported chaos on Metro Bus 206, where a confrontation escalated and one individual from a group fired a weapon, striking the victim. Emergency services from the Los Angeles Fire Department were dispatched to the scene, where they pronounced the victim dead shortly after arrival.
The unidentified shooter fled before police could respond, prompting an urgent manhunt. LAPD officials are appealing for public assistance, urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. In a statement, Metro’s media relations director, Jose Ubaldo, expressed condolences to the victim’s family, underscoring the tragic impact of the violence.
This shocking event has left the community in turmoil, with many residents expressing fear over safety on public transportation. Authorities are now ramping up efforts to locate the suspect, who remains at large. The LAPD is leading the investigation and is actively pursuing leads.
Anyone with information can contact the LAPD directly or reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org. As the investigation unfolds, updates will be provided, highlighting the urgency of bringing the shooter to justice.
Stay tuned for further developments on this breaking story as it continues to evolve.