No injuries reported after shooting at Woodrow Wilson School in Los Angeles; two suspects at large

On Thursday afternoon, reports surfaced of a shooting near Woodrow Wilson High School located at 4500 Multnomah Street in the El Sereno neighborhood of Los Angeles, prompting a lockdown of the school.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) responded quickly to calls about shots fired just after 3:30 pm. Two suspects were reported to have opened fire in the school's parking lot area.

One suspect fled the scene by getting into a possibly green truck while the other was seen running on Soto Street. Despite the initial panic and lockdown, the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) cleared the scene and confirmed that no victims were found on school premises or surrounding areas.


The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and the incident is still under investigation by law enforcement authorities.

The school district issued a statement to parents and guardians affirming that law enforcement activity was ongoing in the area. School officials affirmed that student and staff safety was their highest priority and announced that emotional and mental health support would be made available to students affected by the lockdown.

Social media posts from parents and individuals connected to the school revealed the tense atmosphere during the lockdown, with students being kept away from doors and instructed to remain on classroom floors for safety.

There was initial confusion and concern from families about possible victims or involvement of gang-related activity, but police and fire agency updates brought relief confirming the absence of casualties.

FAQs

Q: Were there any casualties or injuries reported from the shooting?
A: No injuries or casualties have been reported. The Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed no victims were found after clearing the scene.

Q: What is the status of the suspects involved?
A: Two suspects were reported at large at the time of the last updates. One fled in a green truck, and the other was seen running nearby. Police are actively investigating and searching for them.