Burbank Police Department News Release: Active Shooting Investigation

July 8, 2023 (Burbank, California) – An investigation is underway following a late-night shooting that has left one person hospitalized and in fair condition.

On July 7, 2023, at about 10:40 p.m., Burbank Police responded to the 500 block of East San Jose Avenue regarding a possible shooting that had just occurred. The first police officer to arrive located evidence of a shooting in the north alley of East San Jose Avenue between Sixth Street and Glenoaks Boulevard.

As additional police officers arrived, they were directed to a man in the alley suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The police officers began rendering aid to the victim while awaiting the arrival of paramedics. The victim was ultimately transported to a local trauma center for medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

Multiple police officers responded to the area and searched for the suspect(s) but did not locate them.

The victim is a 45-year-old resident of Burbank.

Investigators are conducting a thorough investigation, which includes speaking with witnesses, canvassing the area for evidence, and collecting surveillance video.

Detectives are diligently working to identify the suspect(s) as well as a motive and trying to determine what circumstances led up to the shooting. Investigators believe this was not a random act.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Burbank Police Department Investigations Division, at (818) 238-3210.

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QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS STATEMENT SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO:
SERGEANT BRENT FEKETY | 818-238-3240 | [email protected]