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One wounded following shooting in Fairfax District

An investigation was underway in the Fairfax District early Wednesday morning, after one person was wounded during a shooting on Tuesday. 

According to Los Angeles Police Department, the shooting occurred at around 11:30 p.m. in the 7100 block fo Waring Avenue. 

A man in his 30s was wounded during the shooting, possible suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest, though was said to be conscious and breathing in the moments following the incident. 

Their condition was not immediately known. 

Police relayed information from a witness, who claimed that three suspects —a Black male, a Hispanic male and a Hispanic female — were involved in the shooting. They were last seen as they fled down Waring Ave. towards Melrose Ave. They reportedly used a .22 caliber handgun. 

Authorities were unable to provide any additional information.

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