A 15-year-old boy was wounded in a drive-by shooting in the Florence neighborhood of South Los Angeles on Monday night. The incident happened around 10 p.m. in front of a home on 79th Street near San Pedro Avenue.
Emergency services were called to the scene, where paramedics provided immediate care for the victim’s gunshot wound. The teenager was then transported to a local hospital, but his current condition remains unknown.
Authorities believe this to be a case of a drive-by shooting. However, it is unclear whether the teenager was the intended target. As of now, no suspect or vehicle description has been released by the Los Angeles Police Department.
This incident brings attention to the issue of gun violence in our communities. It serves as a reminder of the importance of public vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement in providing any information that could lead to the apprehension of those responsible. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the LAPD.