In Escondido, a 17-year-old male was injured in a shooting late Tuesday night, marking the second such incident in the city this week. Escondido Police Department responded to reports of gunfire shortly before 11:20 PM in the 1100 block of E Fifth Avenue. U
pon arrival, officers found the teenager with a gunshot wound to his right arm. He was quickly transported to a local hospital, and fortunately, his injuries are not considered life-threatening.
This latest incident mirrors a similar event that occurred early Sunday morning, also in Escondido. Both shootings are believed to have been drive-bys, where shots were fired from a moving vehicle. In Tuesday’s incident, the suspect is thought to have been a passenger in a cream-colored Chevrolet SUV, which was reportedly carrying four individuals. The vehicle was last seen heading westbound from the scene of the shooting.
The repeated violence has raised concerns among local residents and authorities. The Escondido Police Department, along with the Escondido Fire Department, were dispatched to the scene at approximately 11:18 PM. Law enforcement is actively investigating the situation, seeking leads and asking for public assistance in locating the suspects involved.
These consecutive shootings underscore a troubling pattern of gun violence in the area, prompting calls for increased police presence and community safety measures. As the search for the suspects continues, the community remains on high alert, hoping for a swift resolution to prevent further incidents.
Officials have urged anyone with information about the shooting or the suspects’ whereabouts to come forward. The cooperation of community members is crucial as authorities work to apprehend those responsible and ensure the safety of all Escondido residents.
