Investigation continues after 2 men found shot to death on same street in Carson
Authorities are investigating two separate deadly shootings that happened within 900 feet of each other in the city of Carson late Saturday evening.
Deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of E. 234th Street and the 100 block of W. 234th Street after learning of both shootings, according to a statement from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Thus far, they've been unable to confirm if the shootings are related.
One of the victims was found dead in the street while the other was found dead inside of a car, deputies said. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
On Sunday, KCAL News spoke with the family of one of the victims and identified him as 45-year-old Robert Mata. They say that he was a hardworking father of three who loved to fish and had a soft spot for animals.
Investigators have been unable to provide information on a suspect in either of the shootings and have not yet revealed a motive.
They could be seen scouring both scenes throughout Sunday afternoon. They're now searching for security camera video in hopes of identifying a person of interest.
Anyone who knows more is asked to contact LASD's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.
