A male juvenile was killed in a shooting in East Los Angeles early Saturday morning, and the gunman remains at large, authorities said.<\/p>\n
Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff\u2019s Department responded around 1:15 a.m. to the area of 6th Street and Fraser Avenue regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call, according to a department news release.<\/p>\n
When deputies arrived, they found the juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound.<\/p>\n
The victim was taken to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.<\/p>\n
Investigators with the Sheriff\u2019s Department\u2019s Homicide Bureau said the suspect fled the scene in a dark-colored SUV that was last seen traveling eastbound on 6th Street.<\/p>\n
Authorities said it is not yet known whether the shooting was gang-related.<\/p>\n
No suspect description was immediately released, and the investigation remains ongoing.<\/p>\n
Anyone with information is urged to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Anonymous tips can be submitted through L.A. Crime Stoppers<\/a> or by calling 800-222-TIPS.<\/p>\n Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.<\/p>\n