Four masked suspects are sought after a motorcyclist was shot once in the back during an alleged road-rage incident in Saugus on Sunday night. Detectives recovered shell casings across a quarter-mile stretch of Bouquet Canyon Road.
he incident occurred at approximately near the intersection of and in Saugus, according to the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station.
Deputies responded to a call reporting a shooting in the area. Upon arrival, they found an adult male victim who had been riding a motorcycle. He was shot one time in the back and transported to a local hospital for treatment.
"Witnesses reported a dark-colored sedan with an unknown number of occupants allegedly driving erratically near the victim and attempting to strike him with the vehicle," according to a statement from the SCV Sheriff's Station. "Moments later, multiple gunshots were fired, striking the victim."
The victim was released from the hospital hours after the shooting. Authorities have not released his identity or a motive for the attack.
Investigators recovered shell casings scattered along more than a quarter-mile stretch of Bouquet Canyon Road, according to Lt. Brendan Kinsella of the SCV Sheriff's Station. Bouquet Canyon Road was briefly closed to traffic during the investigation.
Deputies also processed a parking lot in the 26800 block of Bouquet Canyon Road, near Seco Canyon Road, where they continued collecting evidence for several hours.
Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and following investigative leads. They are also seeking additional witnesses who may have seen the incident or events leading up to it.
The investigation is being handled by Detective James Van Horn of the Juvenile and Gang Unit. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact him at the SCV Sheriff's Station by calling 661-260-4000.
Those who prefer to provide information anonymously can call Crime Stoppers by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use the P3 Tips Mobile APP on Google Play or the Apple App Store, or visit lacrimestoppers.org.
Authorities have not confirmed the identities of the four suspects. The dark-colored sedan they allegedly fled in has not been recovered.
In other local news, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued a heat advisory for the Santa Clarita Valley. High temperatures are expected through Thursday, according to a news release.
"Heat causes more deaths in the U.S. annually than floods, storms, and lightning combined," Muntu Davis, Los Angeles County health officer, said in the county's news release. "Remember, your safety and the safety of others is crucial during extreme heat conditions."
Public Health officials recommend drinking plenty of water, avoiding outdoor activity during the hottest hours, and checking on vulnerable residents including older adults, young children, and outdoor workers.
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