A shooting on the 10 Freeway sent two motorists to the hospital and prompted an hourslong closure of a portion of the freeway near the 710 Interchange in East Los Angeles Tuesday morning.
A caller reported the shooting on the eastbound side of the freeway near Soto Street shortly before 5 a.m., a California Highway Patrol spokesperson confirmed.
Arriving officers found two people had been struck by gunfire, CHP Officer Lizarraga said. The victims were taken to a local hospital in unknown condition.
The investigation forced a SigAlert for the closure of all eastbound lanes at Soto Street. The SigAlert was canceled around 8:30 a.m. when officials reopened all lanes, the CHP tweeted.
A white Honda Accord believed to be involved in the incident was towed from the scene.
No description of a suspect or a suspect vehicle was available.
Authorities are asking for help from anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or recorded dashcam video of the incident. Those with information were asked to contact the CHP at 323-980-4600. Outside of business hours, calls can be made to 323-259-3200.
