2 killed in Venice shooting, police say

Two suspects are sought after a shooting in Venice Monday evening left two people dead, police say.

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Venice shooting leaves 1 dead, another wounded
A shooting in Venice Monday evening left one person dead and another wounded, police said.

VENICE, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A shooting in Venice Monday evening left two people dead, police said.

Los Angeles police said the shooting occurred at about 9:20 p.m. near the corner of Lincoln Boulevard and Rose Avenue.

One victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The second victim was taken to a hospital and later died.

Video from the scene showed firefighters and police officers near a CVS Pharmacy as an investigation was underway.

Police said they were searching for two male suspects, both wearing dark clothing.

Details on what led up to the shooting and if it was gang related was not known.

The identity of the victims was not released.