Full Notification

Homicide Detectives have learned that a Palmdale resident was involved in an altercation and assaulted by a male adult at the location. The male left and returned a short time later with at least one additional male adult. At this time, the homeowner fired at least one round, striking the victim.

The resident remained at the location and is cooperating with detectives. Investigators are continuing to conduct interviews and are seeking witnesses to the incident.

The investigation is ongoing and there are no additional details at this time.


Forwarded by:
Deputy Tracy Koerner
Sheriff’s Information Bureau - Newsroom 
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
Hall of Justice - First floor 
211 W. Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90012


**Original Press Release Below**                                                      

DATE:   Monday, August 10, 2020      
                            
TIME:  Approximately 8:49 p.m.
                               
LOCATION:  38200 blk of Division St., Palmdale
 
VICTIM:  Male Adult 
  
SUSPECT:  Unknown   
  
UNIT:  Homicide Bureau – Lieutenant Hoglund
 
 
NARRATIVE:  
 
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Homicide detectives are responding to investigate the shooting death of a man. The incident was reported Monday, August 10, 2020, at approximately 8:49 p.m. on the 38200 blk of Division St., Palmdale.
 
The male adult victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. 
  
There is no additional information available at this time.
 
The investigation is ongoing. 
 
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.
 
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Authored by:  
Deputy Tracy Koerner
Sheriff's Information Bureau
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
211 West Temple Street
Los Angeles California 90012  

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