2 killed, including officer, in California shooting, sheriff says
Two Killed in Shooting Incident in Baldwin Park, California
At least two people were killed, including a police officer, in a shooting in Baldwin Park, California, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said.
A suspect was taken into custody following the shooting, in which two officers were hit by gunfire, one fatally, Sheriff Robert G. Luna said in a midnight press conference. He described the shooting as a “double homicide,” saying the second victim, who was not publicly identified, was an adult man.
Officers from the Baldwin Park Police Department had responded to a call of a person “shooting with a rifle,” Luna said.
The injured officer was transferred to a local hospital in stable condition, the sheriff said.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
ABC News’ Charlotte Slovin contributed to this report.
Authorities in Baldwin Park, California, are investigating a tragic shooting incident that resulted in the deaths of two individuals, one of whom was a police officer. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that the shooting took place, and a suspect has been apprehended in connection with the crime.
During a press conference held at midnight, Sheriff Robert G. Luna provided details of the incident, stating that two officers were shot, with one of them succumbing to their injuries. The second victim, an adult male, was also fatally wounded in what Sheriff Luna described as a “double homicide.”
According to Sheriff Luna, the Baldwin Park Police Department received a report of an individual firing a rifle, prompting officers to respond to the scene. Tragically, the situation escalated, resulting in the loss of two lives and leaving another officer injured. The injured officer was swiftly transported to a nearby hospital and is currently in stable condition.
As the investigation into this heartbreaking event continues, the community is urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement authorities. Updates on the case will be provided as they become available.
This is a developing story, and additional information will be shared as it unfolds.
Contributions to this report were made by ABC News’ Charlotte Slovin.
