Gunfire erupts as authorities reply to El Monte home hearth – NBC Los Angeles
One individual was hospitalized after gunfire erupted as authorities responded to a home hearth in El Monte, in response to the Los Angeles County Fireplace Division.
Shortly earlier than 7 p.m., Los Angeles County firefighters and El Monte police responded to a reported home hearth within the 5100 block of Elrovia Avenue.
When officers arrived, they discovered a person sitting in a chair in entrance of the house, armed with a firearm, authorities stated. Firefighters remained close by whereas police labored to safe the world.
An alternate of gunfire occurred on the house, in response to the Fireplace Division.
Particulars concerning the taking pictures weren’t instantly accessible.
El Monte police finally secured the scene, permitting firefighters to maneuver in and extinguish the blaze.One individual was hospitalized.
Officers didn’t present details about that individual’s id, situation or how the individual was injured.
The reason for the fireplace stays beneath investigation.
Anybody with info is urged to contact the El Monte Police Division Watch Commander at (626) 580-2109.
