Carson hit by mass shooting Former Compton councilwoman picks up key endorsement in 35th District race

On Saturday, June 17, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department South Patrol Division-Chief Myron Johnson along with Operations Safe Streets Lt. Richard Conti held a press conference to discuss the details surrounding a shooting that occurred in the city of Carson.

Speakers included Chief Johnson, Captain Jones, Lieutenant Richard Conti from LASD-Operation Safe Streets Bureau and the Mayor of Carson- Lula Davis-Holmes. Also in attendance were additional members from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, City of Carson-City Manager’s office, City of Carson elected officials, and members of the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

On June 17 at approximately 12:05 a.m. deputies from Carson Sheriff’s Station were dispatched to the 1500 block of Abila Street in the City of Carson regarding a gunshot victim call for service.

When deputies arrived, they located five gunshot victims suffering from various gunshot wounds including injuries to their head, back, and upper and lower body areas.

Witnesses at the scene notified deputies of two additional victims who had been transported by civilians to local hospitals prior to their arrival.

Deputies immediately assessed the victims and began life saving measures until relieved by LA County Fire Department personnel.

At approximately 12:07 a.m. a second call for service was received. The call indicated that a vehicle had crashed into a brick retaining wall of a property on the 21800 block of Martin Street in the City of Carson, approximately ¼ mile away from the Abila Street location.

When deputies arrived, they located a Male Hispanic, 16 years of age suffering from a gunshot wound to his upper body. Two additional passengers were in the vehicle but were not struck by gunfire.

There are a total of eight victims ranging from 16-24 years of age. Two of the victims are listed in critical but stable condition in local hospitals and six were listed in stable (non-life threatening) condition. One of the six has recently been released from the hospital.

Operation Safe Streets Bureau detectives responded to the scene to conduct the initial investigation. They currently have over a dozen detectives investigating this incident.

There is no confirmation at this time indicating this was a gang related incident.

“If You See Something, Say Something”

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department-Carson Station at (310) 8301123. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org

By Dennis J. Freeman

(The Bulletin) - Former Compton City Councilwoman Michelle Chambers is running for office again. Chambers, who once represented District 1, has her eyeballs on securing Sen. Steven Bradford’s seat.

Chambers now has Bradford’s blessing to go for it. for the council seat and stayed there until she resigned in March 2022. Chambers now join an ever-growing list of candidates, that includes Laura Richardson, who once represented the state’s 37th congressional district. Chambers believes she is up for the challenge.

“ I am proud to support Michelle Chambers for State Senate. Michelle is a true public servant,” Bradford said. “She has worked tirelessly at the federal, state, and local level of government serving the public and supporting the needs of the community. I am confident that Michelle possesses the knowledge, integrity, and commitment to get things done and will continue to provide the leadership that the residents of the 35th Senate District deserve and expect.”

Chambers was a member of the Compton City Council from 2019 until 2022. She beat out Janna Zurita

“The issues plaguing Senate District 35 demand an experienced representative who is respected and builds bridges in our communities,” said Chambers. “I intend to continue Bradford’s practice of standing up against injustice, demanding police accountability and advocating for the economic revitalization of our communities. I will focus on livable wages, affordable housing, and creating good job opportunities and I am ready to hit the ground running.”

It’s been a good run for Bradford, who took over his state senate seat in 2016. His term ends in 2024. Chambers is grateful to receive support and backing from Bradford.

“I am humbled to have my State Senator, Steven Bradford standing with me in my campaign to represent Senate District 35,” Chambers said. “We have worked together to improve conditions for years and I am honored that he believes that I am the best choice to succeed him in the California State Senate.”

Bradford’s support is not the only public backing that Chambers has received thus far. Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-28), Sen. Lena Gonzales (D-33), and Assemblywoman Tina McKinnor (D-61) have also thrown their backing behind Chambers.

“I am ready to partner with elected officials, faith-based leaders, community-based organizations, and unions to improve our communities. Senator Bradford tops a growing list of local and statewide supporters,” Chambers added.