A person attempting to stop a thief at a South El Monte strip mall parking lot lost their life on Wednesday, and authorities were still searching for the individual responsible.
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Around 12:20 p.m., homicide detectives were sent to the 2000 block of Durfee Avenue following reports from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department about an individual who passed away while attempting to stop a shoplifting incident.
No additional information was promptly made available. According to reports from KTLA5 at the location, the individual who was harmed owned a business and was trying to prevent a theft when they were struck by the perpetrator, who then escaped the area.
No immediate description of a suspect was provided.
Those possessing further details about the case were encouraged to reach out to the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau by calling 323-890-5500. Individuals wishing to stay anonymous may dial Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or go online to lacrimestoppers.org.
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