A man was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in Lake Los Angeles, according to authorities, after gunfire broke out along a stretch of the 23300 block of East Avenue M in the unincorporated Antelope Valley. The shooting was reported at about 2:45 p.m., and deputies and paramedics pronounced the man dead at the scene while homicide detectives began combing the area for evidence.
What Officials Are Saying
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department reported that the deadly shooting occurred around 2:45 p.m. Sunday and confirmed that the victim, described only as a man, was declared dead at the location. As of early Monday, detectives had not released any suspect information or a possible motive and were continuing to investigate.
Anyone with information about the killing is urged to contact the sheriff’s homicide bureau at 323-890-5500, according to MyNewsLA.
Recent Violence In The Area
The unincorporated stretches of the Antelope Valley have been hit by several serious violent crimes in recent months. In August 2025, a triple slaying in the Lake Los Angeles area led to criminal charges, as reported in coverage of the Lake LA triple murder. The Los Angeles Times Homicide Report lists multiple killings across the northeast Antelope Valley, highlighting ongoing challenges for law enforcement in the region.
How To Help
Detectives with the sheriff’s homicide bureau are asking anyone who saw or heard anything to call 323-890-5500. Tipsters who want to remain anonymous can contact LA Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477). The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department also maintains an online tip portal with several reporting options, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Officials say additional details about the case will be released as the investigation moves forward.
