Man crashes into parked cars after being shot while driving

ByABC7.com staff KABC logo
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Los Angeles police investigate the shooting of a man who crashed into parked cars and died in Mar Vista on Monday, March 23, 2015.
Los Angeles police investigate the shooting of a man who crashed into parked cars and died in Mar Vista on Monday, March 23, 2015.
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MAR VISTA, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A 22-year-old man who was shot while driving crashed into cars and died in Mar Vista on Monday night.

Los Angeles police believe the victim was shot before crashing his silver Dodge Ram into parked cars at Centinela Avenue and Jefferson Boulevard.

The victim was ultimately found about 3 miles away in the 4700 block of Braddock Drive in Mar Vista, where he was pronounced dead.

Police could be seen searching the area of the shooting for evidence. An investigation was underway.

Authorities are investigating if the incident is gang-related.