Samuel Liaw, 42
Samuel Liaw, a 42-year-old Asian man, was shot and killed by Monterey Park police Wednesday, Sept. 14, in the 200 block of McPherrin Avenue in Monterey Park, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
The fatal shooting occurred just after midnight, authorities said.
No officers were injured.
Liaw was pronounced dead at the scene.
Los Angeles County sheriff’s investigators are assisting police in the investigation.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call the sheriff's homicide bureau at (323) 890-5500. Tipsters who would like to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
-- Robert Faturechi
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