The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau has named Zehao Lu, a 41-year-old Chinese national, as the suspect in the fatal shooting of a 61-year-old man during a home invasion in Arcadia, as reported on Nixle.
Detectives are seeking the public's assistance in tracking down the suspect armed and dangerous, believed to be armed and dangerous and believed to have fled to China. The no-bail warrant has been issued for his arrest; this comes as the community reeled from the brazen act that deprived a family of its patriarch at approximately 6:26 p.m. on March 11. The FOX LA news report detailed that the incident took place in the 100 block of Woodlawn Lane, near Santa Anita Avenue.
Authorities stated the suspect confronted the deceased's spouse and their son, forcing them inside their home and after an altercation, shot the man, and then fled in an unknown direction. A gun was found at the scene, however, it has not been disclosed whether it belonged to the homeowner or Lu. According to a press release provided by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, as the investigation continues, the community is assured by Arcadia Police Chief Roy Nakamura that, "While this targeted act of violence has deeply affected us all, we want to assure the community that Arcadia remains a safe place to live and work."
The police response in tactical attire drew neighbors' and media's attention, with investigators aiding the Arcadia Police Department in a frantic search for answers and closure, which heightened tensions and fear within the community even details regarding the case remain closely guarded to protect the integrity of the investigation. Homicide Bureau Acting Captain Art Spencer expressed gratitude for the assistance provided by various authorities and commended the investigators' "relentless pursuit of the suspect in this senseless murder," as mentioned in the Nixle update.
The department is appealing to anyone with information to step forward and contact the Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500, or anonymously through "Crime Stoppers" at (800) 222-TIPS (8477), as indicated in the coverage by Hoodline.
