Authorities have identified 23-year-old Richard James as the man fatally shot outside the Comedy Store in West Hollywood earlier this week. The Los Angeles Times reported that the venue was hosting a Roast Battle between competing comedians on Tuesday night; the show was interrupted by the shooting and then called off.
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Witnesses said the victim was sitting outside on a patio when the gunman approached the victim and began firing his weapon. James’ city of residence was not known, he said.
Deputy Juanita Navarre says gunfire was reported shortly before 1 a.m. Wednesday.
Anyone with information was asked to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department at 323-890-5500.
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The man brandished a weapon and fired multiple shots, striking a twentysomething man at least once in the upper torso, according to the lieutenant. “Police looking for gunman”. Comedians were performing up until the shooting.
