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Deputies investigating deadly shooting in Torrance

Man shot to death in Torrance
Man shot to death in Torrance 00:13

Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that happened in Torrance on Sunday. 

It occurred at around 3:20 p.m. in the 1200 block of W. Sepulveda Boulevard, according to a statement from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. 

Deputies arrived to find a man suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased by Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics. 

The victim was identified as 39-year-old Carson man Victor Alvarez by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner.

"A vehicle involved in the shooting was detained and a suspect was arrested," said a statement from the department. The suspect has not yet been identified. 

Investigators did not provide information on a motive in the shooting. 

Anyone who knows more is asked to contact LASD's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.

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