The incident occurred at 7:35 a.m. near Gardena Boulevard and Estrella Avenue, said authorities. The boy received one gunshot wound and was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
There were no arrests, and police do not have a motive or suspect description at this time.
If you have any information that can help investigators, you're urged to call the LAPD Southeast Station at (213) 972-7828.
