Man Shot, Killed In Woodland Hills

WOODLAND HILLS, CA — A 27-year-old man was fatally shot Monday outside his apartment in the Woodland Hills area, and police were seeking the suspect or suspects responsible for the crime.

Officers were sent to the 20500 block of Ventura Boulevard about 4:30 a.m. in response to a report of a shooting and found the victim, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

Witnesses told detectives that the man walked outside his apartment and then soon after returned, yelling: "I was shot."

One of his roommates called 9-1-1.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His name is being withheld until his family is notified.

No arrests were reported, and no suspect description was available.

Anyone with information about the case was encouraged to contact Detective Castro at 818-374-1925, or during non-business hours, 1-877-LAPD-24- 7. Those wishing to report anonymously can call 1-800-222-TIPS.

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--City News Service