COMPTON, CA – Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred inside a beauty supply store over the weekend, where a man accused of sexual assault was shot dead by a customer. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department reported that the incident unfolded after the man allegedly assaulted a customer by grabbing her chest.
The chaos erupted at the Pink Beauty Supply on Alondra Boulevard when the suspect began throwing items and reportedly threatened to kill everyone in the store. In response to the turmoil and fearing for their safety, a woman in her 50s, who was a customer at the time, shot and killed the man.
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is now tasked with determining whether the woman will face any charges. As of now, investigators do not believe she acted unlawfully.
Local shoppers expressed their shock and dismay at the violence in a place they frequent. “This is the beauty supply store I always go to,” one customer lamented. “I’m shocked because this place has been here for a long time.”
The store owner, while contacted, declined to comment, referring inquiries to his attorney as the investigation continues. The shooting has left the community on edge, with regular patrons questioning their safety in a store they considered part of their routine.
The incident underscores the tension in the area, as residents grapple with the reality that such violence can erupt in familiar spaces. Meanwhile, officials are working to piece together the events that led to the tragic outcome.
The Sheriff’s Department continues to gather evidence and interview witnesses to provide a clearer picture of what transpired. Updates are expected as the investigation progresses.