Man Found Shot to Death Near Bike Path in South Gate Investigation Underway

SOUTH GATE (CNS) - A man was found shot to death today near a bike path along the Los Angeles River in South Gate, authorities said.

Detectives were sent to Southern Avenue and Burtis Street about 6:40 a.m., according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

Information was not immediately available on the man's identity. No arrests were reported. Sheriff's Homicide detectives were assisting South Gate police in the investigation.

Anyone with information on the case was urged to call the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500, or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS.