Man Injured During Drive-By Shooting In Compton
COMPTON (CBSLA.com) — Police Monday investigated the circumstances surrounding a shooting that injured a man in Compton.
Around 1:15 a.m., deputies were sent to Alameda and Cedar streets for report of a shooting.
Upon their arrival, authorities located a man suffering from a gunshot wound to his leg, according to the Sheriff's Compton Station.
Paramedics transported the victim to a hospital. His condition remains unknown at this time.
A preliminary investigation revealed the victim walked down Alameda Street with another man when a car pulled up and fired several rounds at them.
The motive for the shooting remains under investigation as it remains unclear if the incident was gang-related.
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