An investigation is underway in North Hollywood after a man was shot dead Saturday morning, according to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).
LAPD Detective Richard Moakley said the department received a call of a death investigation around 8 a.m. near the intersection of Tujunga Avenue and Cumpston Street. Officers initially thought the death may have been the result of an overdose but found upon inspection that the victim sustained a gunshot wound to his torso.
Officials said they have identified the deceased, but are not releasing his name at this time. They did, however, say he was a 38-year-old man.
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Moakley said there is a “strong likelihood” that drugs may have been involved in the case, but he did not elaborate. The department added that investigators believe the victim may have been experiencing homelessness.
LAPD said the shooting appears to be an isolated and targeted event.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Valley Bureau Homicide detectives at 818)-374-9550. Anonymous tips can be made by contacting the LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477)
