The LAPD is investigating a shooting that occurred Thursday evening near a Sharkey’s Restaurant in the Reseda area.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire around 4:30 p.m. in the 18500 block of Clark Street, near Reseda Boulevard, according to LAPD Officer Tony Im.
Police say the reporting party told officers that shots were heard in the area. After canvassing the neighborhood, investigators determined that an assault with a deadly weapon involving a shooting took place near the restaurant.
Investigators confirmed that a handgun was used in the shooting. As of Thursday night, the suspect was not in custody and the firearm remains outstanding.
At approximately 8 p.m., officers located an approximately 16-year-old victim connected to the shooting. The victim was transported to a hospital, and his condition remains unknown.
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