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Authorities have reported that a man was shot and killed during a confrontation with security guards after being involved in a fight near a Santa Fe Springs swap meet. The incident occurred recently and the investigation is still ongoing.
According to City News Service, Whittier Police Department Lt. Paul Segura reported that the shooting took place on Sunday at approximately 5:05 p.m. The incident occurred in the 13900 block of Mica Street, which is within the jurisdiction of his department, serving Santa Fe Springs.
Segura claimed that a significant altercation and a potential shooting started the series of events.
Upon arrival, the officers discovered a man who had sustained a gunshot wound. Regrettably, he was pronounced deceased at the location, according to the lieutenant.
According to Segura, the group of people who left the scene were shot at by the deceased man who was armed with a firearm.
According to the statement given, the armed suspect was confronted by the swap meet security guards, who then responded to the situation. Unfortunately, a shooting took place during the incident.
According to Segura, law enforcement officials detained and arrested an individual “for their role in the assault.” According to him, the incident is suspected to be related to gang activity.
