Shooting inside 7-Eleven store in Lawndale, California, leaves one dead; two suspects on the run — Here’s what we know

The incident occurred shortly after 8 pm at the 7-Eleven located in the 15800 block of Prairie Avenue near Manhattan Beach Boulevard. Deputies responded to the location at approximately 8:06 p.m. and found the victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound, according to Lt. Jose Salgado of the South Los Angeles Sheriff’s Station.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.

Altercation preceded gunfire

According to an employee at the store, an altercation broke out between customers moments before shots rang out. Witnesses reported seeing two men fleeing the store immediately after the shooting. It is unclear whether they were directly involved in the incident.

Investigation underway

As of Monday, investigators had not determined a motive and no suspect descriptions had been released. Sheriff’s homicide detectives spent hours canvassing the scene, reviewing surveillance footage that may have captured the shooting.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward. Tipsters can contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500 or provide anonymous tips through LA Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)