NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (KABC) — One person was killed in a shooting Tuesday afternoon at Fashion Island in Newport Beach, authorities confirmed.
Officers responded to the area near the Barnes & Noble bookstore around 3:40 p.m.
It’s unclear what prompted the shooting but authorities confirmed one person, who hasn’t been identified, died at the scene. According to witnesses, a body was found in the parking lot area.
There was no immediate description of a suspect or how many people were involved.
Meanwhile, several Newport Beach police officers surrounded a home in South Gate. AIR7 captured officers with their guns drawn, pointing toward the back portion of the home.
It’s unclear if that scene is connected to the Fashion Island shooting.
This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.
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