Full Notification

On May 9, 2019, at approximately 1:30 pm, Montebello Police Dispatch received a phone call of a disturbance in the area of 2^nd Street and Victoria Avenue.  The reporting person told dispatchers the individuals were possibly drunk and possibly smoking marijuana.   

The first Montebello Officer to arrive on scene saw an individual walking with an apparent rifle on or near 2^nd Street and Victoria Avenue.  The officer requested additional Montebello Officers to the area, at which time an officer involved shooting occurred.

One male adult, who was in possession of what was ultimately determined to be a shotgun, was treated for at least one gunshot wound at the scene and transported to an area hospital - where he was later pronounced deceased.    No officers were injured.

The scene of the officer involved shooting will be blocked off for an undetermined time on Victoria Avenue between 1^st Street and 3^rd street. 

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will be handing the officer involved shooting investigation.  Media inquiries should be directed to Lieutenant Brandon Dean 323-890-5564.