Man shot by police in Boyle Heights after short foot pursuit

A man was shot by police in Boyle Heights after leading them on a short foot pursuit Sunday night.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers from the Hollenbeck Gang Enforcement unit were patrolling the area of Fickett and Boulder Street around 10:45 p.m. when they came into contact with an alleged armed suspect.

Police said the man allegedly ran from officers, leading to a short foot pursuit near the rear alley of an apartment complex. During the foot pursuit, the LAPD alleges the man produced a handgun and an officer-involved shooting took place.

The man was shot and taken into custody. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was treated for his injuries and is listed in stable condition.

On Monday, authorities identified the suspect as 30-year-old Francisco Garcia. 

The man's handgun was recovered at the scene as evidence. No officers were injured during the incident.