Crime & Safety
Man Shot Dead at 98 Cents Store in Hollywood
The man died at the scene of the shooting, which occurred about 12:10 p.m.
Originally posted at 1:28 p.m. April 29, 2014. Edited to add video.
A man was fatally shot today at a 98 Cents Store on Hollywood Boulevard, police said.
The man died at the scene of the shooting, which occurred about 12:10 p.m. in the 5000 block of Hollywood Boulevard, just east of Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles police Officer Sally Madera said.
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No arrests were reported. Traffic was routed away from the scene while an investigation was conducted.
Police were unable to confirm reports from the scene that the shooter was wearing a hospital mask.
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--City News Service
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