A transgender person was shot dead in Hollywood, the body discovered late Thursday night near Gower Street and Lexington Avenue. An investigation is underway to determine if the shooting was a result of a hate crime.
ABC News 7 reported that Los Angeles police responded to reports of gunfire, but by the time authorities arrived on the scene, the victim was found dead with a gunshot wound to the chest.
Reports say a man was seen leaving the area just after the shooting was reported. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released.
This is a breaking story. Stay tuned to San Diego LGBT Weekly for more information as it becomes available.
