The Huntington Park community is mourning the tragic death of 23-year-old Jessica Picot, who was fatally shot earlier this week. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office confirmed Picot's identity, and she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident occurred on Monday night around 9:40 p.m. when officers from the Huntington Park Police Department responded to a call in the 3900 block of East 60th Street, between Carmelita and Corona Avenues. Upon arrival, officers found Picot inside a truck, suffering from fatal gunshot wounds.
Another individual, a man who was in the truck with Picot at the time of the shooting, was also injured. Reports indicate that after being wounded, the man fled to a nearby liquor store, where he contacted authorities. His current medical condition remains unknown, and no further details have been provided about the extent of his injuries.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is leading the investigation, working in collaboration with Huntington Park police to determine what transpired. As of now, no information about a potential suspect or motive has been disclosed.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be provided to the Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau by calling 323-890-5500. For those who wish to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers can be reached at 800-222-8477 or through their website, lacrimestoppers.org.
The loss of Jessica Picot and the unanswered questions surrounding the shooting have left the Huntington Park community shaken. As investigators continue their efforts to bring clarity to this tragic event, the community remains in mourning, grappling with the sudden and senseless loss of a young life.
