3 people shot on Skid Row as suspect delivers grim message to victims before pulling the trigger

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A gunman delivered a haunting message, saying “this is where I do business” to a group of people in downtown Los Angeles before shooting them Thursday night, the Los Angeles Police Department told The California Post.

The shooting happened around 7 p.m. near the intersection of Sixth Street and San Julian Street, and the search continues for the suspect.

Investigators said a man walked to the northeast corner of San Julian Street, made the statement, then fired multiple shots at two men and one woman.

Open-air drug markets for meth and fentanyl are prevalent, often fueled by violent street gangs.
Violent crimes in the Skid Row reporting districts occur four to six times a day, totaling roughly 30 to 40 per week.
Aggravated assaults frequently occur, often involving weapons like knives or blunt objects. Citizen

All three victims were wounded and taken to a hospital by paramedics.

Authorities confirmed the victims were in stable condition.

The suspect fled northbound on foot and remains at large. Police said they did not immediately have a description.

Two of the victims are believed to be homeless.

Authorities said it is still unclear whether the shooting was gang-related.

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