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Father Kills Two Children Then Himself in Los Angeles’ Pico-Union
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Incident Overview
On Sunday afternoon, a man believed to be the father of two children opened fire on his 10-year-old daughter and 4-year-old son in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles. The shooting occurred just before 1 p.m. near the intersection of Venice Boulevard and Catalina Street, close to Loyola High School. After shooting the children, the gunman turned the weapon on himself. Both children were transported to a hospital where they were pronounced dead.
Police Response and Custody
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) confirmed that the suspect, described as a Hispanic male in his 30s-40s, survived his self-inflicted wound and is receiving treatment at a hospital while remaining in police custody. LAPD officials stated that no additional suspects are being sought and that there is no ongoing threat to the community. Police and Los Angeles Fire Department vehicles were dispatched to the scene, and the area was secured with yellow police tape.
Community Reaction
Neighbors expressed shock and sadness, describing the incident as “broad daylight” violence that left the block “shaken.” A witness on a Metro bus reported seeing the shooter and hearing the gunfire, while other bystanders described the chaotic aftermath captured on citizen-recorded video.
Investigation and Ongoing Status
The motive for the shooting remains under investigation. LAPD investigators have requested footage from a Metro bus that may have passed the scene, and they are reviewing video from local news stations that showed emergency responders at the sidewalk location. Authorities have indicated that the case is active, with no further threat identified, and that updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
