West Hollywood experiences two separate shootings in one week, both victims stable

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:13:00 +0200

West Hollywood has seen two shootings within a span of one week, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The latest incident occurred on Tuesday shortly after noon in the 7900 block of Norton Avenue, where a man was shot in the legs while out for a walk with his wife and baby. He was hospitalized in stable condition. Authorities have not determined whether he was specifically targeted. Five days prior, a woman was shot twice while on her balcony in the 1000 block of Vista Street and was also hospitalized in stable condition. Preliminary investigation indicates that at least five rounds were fired during the second incident, and detectives have identified a vehicle of interest. It remains unclear whether the two shootings are connected. No arrests have been reported in either case as of Wednesday. The incidents have raised concerns in the community about public safety, and the Sheriff’s Department continues to investigate both shootings to determine the motives and pos