South L.A. homicide

LAPD blog updates us on another South L.A. killing.

A man standing in a large group on the street is shot and killed.

On June 8, 2008, at around 11:50 p.m., police were called to the area of 88th Street and Western Avenue to investigate a shooting that occurred at that location. When officers arrived they discovered 20-year-old Frederick Eugene Moore, lying on the sidewalk. Moore had received a gunshot wound.

Los Angeles City Fire personnel responded and provided emergency treatment for the victim before transporting him to a local hospital. Moore failed to respond to emergency treatment and died.

Detectives say that Moore was standing within a large group of people at 88th Street and Western Avenue. For unknown reasons, shots were fired. The suspect was last seen entering a light colored vehicle and left the location.

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call South Bureau Homicide Detectives Durazo and Barling at 213-485-1383. On off hours, weekends, and holidays call the toll free number 1-877 LAWFULL (529-3855).