2 men shot and killed in Montecito Heights

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LOS ANGELES (CNS) - Two men were fatally shot in a possible gang- related attack in Montecito Heights, and an investigation was underway today.

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The shooting occurred shortly before 9 p.m. Sunday near Homer Street and Avenue 43, said Officer Melissa Podany of the Los Angeles Police Department.

Officers were in the area when they heard gunshots, and they found the two mortally wounded men, Podany said.

The men, about 25 to 30, died at the scene. Their names were withheld, pending notification of their relatives.

No description was available of the suspect or suspects. Anyone with information on the crime was urged to call 877-LAPD-247.

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