LA MESA, Calif. (KGTV) — Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting in La Mesa overnight. Officials said one man is confirmed dead.
La Mesa Police received a report just after midnight regarding a single gunshot in the vicinity of Waite Drive and Violet Street.
Upon arrival, officers found a vehicle parked on Waite Drive with its driver’s side window shattered. Inside the vehicle, a man seated in the driver's seat had sustained a gunshot wound to the upper body.
Officers rendered first aid until paramedics arrived. Despite their life-saving efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators believe the victim was sitting in the driver’s seat when the suspect approached the car and opened fire.
The suspect fled the scene traveling east on Waite Drive in a dark-colored car. The relationship between the victim and the suspect remains unknown, although investigators do not believe the shooting was a random act of violence.
The victim, identified as an adult male in his 40s, has not been publicly named pending notification of his family.
La Mesa Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the department at (619) 667-1400. Alternatively, individuals can provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers' toll-free tip line at (888) 580-TIPS or online.
You can remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest in this case.
