Shooting at L.A. Live restaurant leaves one dead, suspect at large
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES (KABC) — A person was killed in a shooting Tuesday at a restaurant located in the L.A. Live entertainment venue in downtown, police say.
Los Angeles police responded to Fixins Soul Kitchen, near Olympic Boulevard and Figueroa Street, after a shooting was reported around 6:15 p.m.
A victim was taken to a hospital and later died from his injuries, according to the LAPD.
It’s unclear if gunfire erupted inside or outside the restaurant. Aerial footage captured by AIR7 HD showed ambulances and a heavy police presence at the entrance of the restaurant.
Police say the suspect escaped in a white Honda, possibly an SUV.
The shooting happened near Crypto.com Arena, but there were no events scheduled at the venue Tuesday.
The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the LAPD.