Culver City Bus Driver Fatally Shot by Passenger in Mar Vista
MAR VISTA, LOS ANGELES — A Culver City bus driver was fatally shot by a passenger Thursday evening following an altercation near Centinela Avenue and Mitchell Avenue, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 5:15 p.m., prompting a major police response and an emergency alert advising people to avoid the area around Centinela Avenue and Washington Place.
Bus Driver Dies After Shooting
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the victim was a man in his 40s who was transported to a hospital after being shot. He later died from his injuries. Police have not publicly released his identity.
Witnesses at the scene told the Santa Monica Daily Press that the man who was shot was the Culver City bus driver. Witnesses also described passengers fleeing the bus following the shooting as emergency responders arrived.
Passenger Fled the Scene
Police said the shooting followed an altercation between the passenger and the bus driver.
After the shooting, the suspect reportedly fled from the bus and left the area on a bicycle. As of Thursday evening, no arrest had been announced, and police had not released a detailed motive or additional identifying information about the suspect.
Community Leaders Respond
Los Angeles City Councilwoman Traci Park acknowledged the deadly incident, saying her office was working closely with the LAPD as investigators worked to determine what happened.
The shooting has left the surrounding community concerned as investigators continue gathering evidence and speaking with witnesses.
Authorities have urged members of the public to stay away from the immediate area while the investigation continues.
Investigation Ongoing
The victim’s identity remains pending notification of next of kin, and additional details about the circumstances leading to the shooting have not yet been released.
Police continue to investigate the fatal shooting, and further information is expected as authorities work to identify and locate the suspect.
This is a developing story. More details will be provided as they become available.