Fatal shooting in Commerce under investigation – NBC Los Angeles

An investigation is underway after a deadly shooting on a Metro bus in Commerce on Thursday.

According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, officers responded to the 6200 block of Slauson Avenue, between Eastern and Garfield avenues, around 4:50 p.m. for a report of a gunshot.

One person was taken to a hospital where they later died. A statement from Metro said one person was taken into custody in connection with the violence.

“This afternoon’s tragic incident aboard a Metro bus in the Trade Area is an example of how violence is increasing in society at large and impacting our local communities,” Metro’s statement said. “Metro is saddened by this incident and extends our deepest condolences to the victim’s family. Metro thanks the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department for the quick arrest of a person of interest.”

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call the sheriff’s homicide unit at 323-890-5500. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.