EAGLE ROCK (CBSLA) – Police investigated a deadly shootout close to a marijuana dispensary in Eagle Rock Thursday, combed the neighborhood and examined private gadgets left on the road.
Los Angeles Police Division mentioned officers have been known as to the 4800 block on York Boulevard round 4:40 p.m. for reviews of a capturing. Once they arrived on the scene, they discovered two individuals with gunshot wounds.
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“It wasn’t a shock,” mentioned Armando, a neighbor. “I used to be anticipating it eventually as a result of I noticed the sort of individuals are available in and stand in line.”
Armando, who refused to share his final identify, mentioned he noticed some “sketchy” characters within the retailer, regardless of saying the pharmacy had a closely armed safety guard on responsibility always.
“It is absolutely outfitted,” mentioned Armando. “He even wears a bulletproof vest.”
Police mentioned the capturing occurred after individuals exterior the pharmacy acquired into an argument with the guard. The dispute escalated and pictures have been exchanged.
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One of many individuals who confronted the guard was taken to the hospital, the place he died from his accidents. The guard was additionally shot and located in important situation. The second one that confronted the guard was taken into custody.
“It is a good, peaceable neighborhood,” mentioned Fred Haddis, a neighbor. “I solely thoughts my very own enterprise.”
Haddis and his spouse Evangeline Haddis have lived within the space for greater than 20 years. They mentioned they have been shocked by the violence close to their residence and mentioned they’d be extra vigilant because of the gunfire.
“Typically I’m going residence late,” mentioned Evangeline. “I am terrified of the information.”
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Authorities mentioned they have been nonetheless investigating which led to the dispute that led to the capturing, however mentioned they’d not search for any extra suspects.
