Suspect killed in West Hollywood shooting by Los Angeles County sheriffs

Incident on N. Gardner St. is being investigated by sheriff’s homicide detectives

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Unit is investigating a shooting by an LASD deputy that occurred on Saturday, July 20, at approximately 5:40 p.m. in the 1100 block of N. Gardner St.

A suspect was struck by gunfire and transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. No officers were injured in the incident.

No further details or information are available regarding the LASD officers or the suspect. It is not yet known why the incident occurred, if the suspect committed any acts of violence, or why he was shot.

According to the LASD press release, “Whenever an officer is involved in a shooting and a person is struck by gunfire, multiple independent investigations are initiated on scene. These include investigations by the Homicide Bureau and the Sheriff’s Internal Affairs Bureau. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department also notifies the Office of the Inspector General, who dispatches a representative to provide independent oversight throughout the investigation process. The Critical Incident Review Panel conducts a preliminary review to determine if immediate action is required, and the incident is further reviewed by the Sheriff’s Executive Force Review Committee.”

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office Justice System Integrity Unit is conducting a legal analysis to determine whether charges will be filed and whether the shooting was legally justified.”

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Unit at (323) 890-5500. For anonymous tips, individuals may call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use the P3 Tips mobile app, or visit lacrimestoppers.org.