A man in his 50s was killed Sunday in a shooting in Lemon Grove and the suspect was at large, authorities said.
Deputies responded at around 12:40 p.m. Sunday to a call of shots fired at Kunkel Park in the 8100 block of Lemon Grove Way, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered a man on the ground with signs of trauma to his upper torso.
The severly injured victim was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
A preliminary investigation suggested that the suspect and victim were acquainted, according to the sheriff’s office. No motive or suspect description were immediately available.
Authorities urged anyone with information regarding the shooting to call the Homicide Unit at 858-285-6330 or 858-868-3200 during non-business hours. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can call San Diego Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.
Updated at 7:38 p.m. PST.
City News Service contributed to this article.
