Young man wounded in Whittier drive-by shooting


WHITTIER >> A drive-by shooting in Whittier left a young man wounded Friday afternoon, officials said.
Police first responded at 6:57 p.m. to reports of gunfire and a “person down” along Laurel Avenue, between Lambert Road and Dunton Drive, Whittier police Cpl. Tim Jakcsy said.
Officers found a young man who had been shot once in the abdomen, the corporal said.
He was taken to a hospital. “He appears to be stable at this point,” Jakcsy said.
No suspect description was available.
Anyone with information can reach Whittier police at 562-567-9200. Tips may also be submitted anonymously to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.

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