At a Glance
- A 36-year-old man was shot and killed outside a Louisiana Fried Chicken in Manchester Square at 6:44 p.m. Sunday
- Three other victims were hospitalized in stable condition
- Two suspects fled westbound in a vehicle; no arrests have been made
- Why it matters: The brazen attack at a busy fast-food restaurant raises concerns about public safety in the South LA corridor
A quiet Sunday evening turned deadly when two gunmen opened fire on four people waiting for food outside a Louisiana Fried Chicken restaurant along Manchester Avenue, leaving one man dead and three others injured, according to News Of Los Angeles‘s investigation.
The shooting was reported at 6:44 p.m. in the Manchester Square neighborhood, said the Los Angeles Police Department. Officers arrived to find four victims at the scene.
Victims and Injuries
- 36-year-old man – died from gunshot wounds
- Three other victims – hospitalized in stable condition
All four victims were standing outside the restaurant when the violence erupted, police said.
How the Attack Unfolded
According to investigators:
- Two male suspects arrived on foot
- They began shooting at the group waiting for food
- The pair then fled the scene westbound in a vehicle
No motive has been released, and detectives have not determined whether the shooting was targeted or random.
Investigation Status
- No arrests have been made
- LAPD is reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses
- Witnesses are being interviewed
Anyone with information is asked to contact LAPD’s 77th Division.
Key Takeaways
- The attack happened in daylight hours at a busy intersection
- All four victims were struck by gunfire; one fatally
- Police have not identified the suspects or their vehicle
- The investigation remains active as detectives search for leads
