Three shot near Lake Mendocino, Sheriff’s Office seeks suspects

MENDOCINO CO., 9/05/17 — Three teenagers were shot while walking down Lake Mendocino Drive this evening, and the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking three suspects who may be involved. According to a press release, the shooting was reported around 6:30pm this evening near Lake Mendocino at the intersection of Lake Mendocino Drive and Portlock Lane. Three male teenagers, ages 17 and 18, were shot at walking down the road, and have since been taken to hospitals in the area for treatment. As of 9:15pm, Lake Mendocino Drive is currently closed in order for law enforcement to continue the investigation.

The suspects are described as “three Hispanic males, late teens or early adults,” and the Sheriff’s Office is seeking any information as to their whereabouts. According to the press release, deputies currently do not know how many shooters were involved, and whether the suspects were on foot or in a vehicle.