Police in Chula Vista are searching for the gunman who shot a 28-year-old man at a homeless encampment Monday night.
Authorities said they received a call of a shooting just after 10:30 p.m. at the bottom area of 100 N. Second Avenue, near a river. At the scene, officers were told that the victim was shot at a homeless encampment near the Interstate 805 freeway and State Route 54.
The victim, who was identified as 28-year-old Angel Hernandez, was shot at least two times and was taken to an area hospital for treatment. Hernandez, who is believed to be a transient, suffered non-life threatening injuries.
Chula Vista police said they tried to interview Hernandez to get more information on the shooting, but he was uncooperative.
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At this time, the suspect remains outstanding and a description for that individual is not available.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information on the case is encouraged to contact San Diego County Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.
