Assault with firearm near West Cherry St in Compton, Compton CA


An assault involving a firearm occurred about one hour ago near West Cherry Street in Compton. The suspect was last seen driving a gray Ford Focus and was armed with a black 9mm handgun. Officers are actively following up on the case.
Audio|Source: Los Angeles County Sheriff Dispatch 3,8,9,13,14; California Highway Patrol: South LA & East LA; Downey Fire
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Transcript:
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Attention at Compton Unit, Special Tension, Sentry Unit, standby for the following 245[1] broadcasts.
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The Compton Unit, go ahead, you're on the top.
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Compton 23 Henry advises a 245[1] G.S.B occurred approximately one hour ago from near West Cherry Street in the city of Compton.
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One suspect was last seen driving a gray Ford Focus in unknown direction of travel.
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Suspect is described as a male,
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approximately six years old.
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Approximately six foot tall, weighing 250 pounds.
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Black over black, wearing a black shirt.
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Weapon uses a black 9mm handgun.
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If there are no further question for Compens 283 Henry, you can drop the patch.
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Comptus 8300.
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Any questions?
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Any questions or information contact 23, Henry? Compton Station, Potchus released. Frequency is clear at 0448 hours.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
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245: Assault with a deadly weapon or means likely to cause great bodily injury.
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Location mentioned:
Near W Cherry St, Compton, CA 90222
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