Man shot to death in Leimert Park alley

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Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Body found in Leimert Park
An investigation is underway after a body was found in Leimert Park.

LEIMERT PARK, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Police say a man was found shot to death in an alley in Leimert Park on Tuesday.

Authorities responded to the 2700 block of West Vernon at 5:47 a.m. A motive for the shooting is unknown at this time.

The victim was identified only as a man in his 40s or 50s. Police say the man was not a transient.

Officers have spoken to residents but were unable to find any witnesses. A weapon was not discovered at the scene. No further information was released at this time.