LAPD investigators said the security guard who was working at the Lorenzo apartments was unarmed.
said the shooting occurred around 12:45 a.m. Wednesday at the Lorenzo apartments located near the intersection of 23rd and Flower streets, which is about a half mile from the USC campus.
LAPD officials said the security guard was shot after confronting a man who they believe was a possible trespasser. He was declared dead at the scene. "The individual was just trying to work, just trying to do his job, and was just trying to keep this building safe when this incident occurred," said LAPD Lt. Ryan Rabbett.Later Wednesday morning, a person of interest was detained and was being questioned by homicide investigators. Officials said the possible suspect was armed with a gun.
Detectives were canvassing surveillance footage from the complex as well as the nearby Metro station.By clicking Sign Up, I confirm
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