An investigation is being launched into what led up to the shooting death of a man in Palmdale.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, deputies with the Palmdale Station responded to a residence in the 37500 block of Sabal Street regarding a “hang up and assault” call around 9 p.m. Sunday evening.
Upon arriving on scene, deputies discovered a man with a gunshot wound inside the home.
The victim, who has not been identified, was pronounced deceased at the scene, LASD said.
Authorities have identified the alleged shooter as 20-year-old Andrew Plancarte. He fled the scene in an unknown direction after the shooting.
A firearm was recovered at the location, deputies said.
Anyone with information surrounding this shooting is asked to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
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