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Four Shot Near LA Street Packed for England Match
6 Jul
Summary
- Four people were hospitalized after shootings near Whittier Boulevard.
- The incidents occurred during a World Cup viewing for England vs. Mexico.
- No fatalities were reported, and no suspects or motives have been identified.
On Sunday evening, just after 9:40 p.m., four people were injured in a series of shootings in East Los Angeles. The incidents occurred in the vicinity of Whittier Boulevard, an area known to be a hotspot for Mexican-American communities and a popular location for crowds to gather and celebrate during major events. The shootings coincided with fans packing the streets to watch the World Cup match between England and Mexico, which concluded with England securing a 3-2 victory.
All four injured individuals were transported to local hospitals; however, the severity of their injuries remains undisclosed. The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department confirmed that no fatalities resulted from the shootings. Authorities have not yet identified a suspect or established a motive behind the violence. Earlier the same day, the Los Angeles Police Department had issued a city-wide tactical alert to ensure adequate police presence in anticipation of potential disruptions.
