Winnetka Shooting: Four injured in late-night drive-by attack in LA's San Fernando Valley — eyewitnesses recall moments of chaos

A quiet Sunday evening in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley turned chaotic after a shooting in the Winnetka neighborhood left four people injured, prompting a large police response and an ongoing manhunt for the suspects.

Multiple Injuries Reported in Winnetka Shooting

According to preliminary reports from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Topanga Division, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Saticoy Street and Oso Avenue around 9:40 p.m. on Sunday following reports of multiple gunshots.

When police and emergency crews arrived, they discovered at least four victims suffering from gunshot wounds. All were transported to nearby hospitals, though their conditions remain unknown.


Eyewitnesses described scenes of confusion and fear as the gunfire erupted. “I was just having dinner with my family when we heard the gate open and then four gunshots, one after another,” said Quincy Mendoza, a local resident, as per a report by ABC. “People were screaming for help. It was terrifying.”

Possible Drive-By Shooting Under Investigation

Unconfirmed reports suggest that the LA shooting may have been a drive-by attack involving three or four suspects traveling in a white sedan. Witnesses said the vehicle fled eastbound on Saticoy Street immediately after the shots were fired.

Authorities have not yet confirmed this detail, but officers are combing through surveillance footage from nearby businesses and residences in search of leads.

AIR7 and Sky5 aerial footage captured late-night images of a heavily active crime scene, with multiple police cruisers, fire engines, and paramedics stationed at the intersection. A large perimeter was established, and Saticoy Street was closed in both directions to secure the area for investigation.

Police Seek Public Assistance

As of early Monday morning, no arrests had been made, and authorities have yet to release descriptions of the suspects or the motive behind the attack. The LAPD urged anyone with information about the Winnetka shooting to come forward.

Detectives are interviewing witnesses and reviewing possible video evidence to determine whether the shooting was targeted or random.

Police said updates on the victims’ conditions would be provided once family members were notified.

Community on Edge After Latest LA Shooting

The incident marks another troubling episode of gun violence in Los Angeles, where several neighborhoods in the San Fernando Valley have experienced a rise in late-night shootings over the past few months.
Residents expressed frustration and fear, calling for heightened patrols and stronger community policing.

FAQs

Where did the Winnetka shooting occur?

The shooting took place near the intersection of Saticoy Street and Oso Avenue in Los Angeles’ Winnetka neighborhood, part of the San Fernando Valley.

How many people were injured in the LA shooting?

At least four individuals sustained gunshot injuries and were taken to local hospitals. Their conditions are yet to be confirmed.