America shocked after Lunar New Year shooting leaves 20 dead and injured

Speaking to the press, Los Angeles Police Chief Robert Luna said the suspect was Huu Can Tran, 72 years old. When the authorities approached a white car parked on the side of the road believed to belong to the suspect, the suspect pulled out a gun and committed suicide.

Authorities said that no other suspects have been identified in connection with this mass shooting. The investigation is currently being intensified to determine the motive behind the massacre. Investigation shows that the shooting at the Monterey Park dance club in the Los Angeles area was only one of the suspect's plans. After carrying out the shooting at Monterey Park, the subject continued to look for another dance area in Alhambra, 20 minutes away, with a gun in hand. However, when entering inside, the subject was disarmed. Therefore, no shooting occurred here.

Police cordoned off the scene of the incident. Photo: Los Angeles Times

Police had previously launched a manhunt for the suspect after reviewing camera footage from the scene of the shooting. The incident, which occurred around 10 p.m. local time, left at least 10 people dead and 10 others injured. Many are in critical condition.

The area where the shooting occurred is home to a large Asian population. 65% of the residents are of Asian descent. The area where the shooting occurred is quiet, beautiful and peaceful. Taking place in the context of many Asians celebrating Lunar New Year, the incident shocked many residents: "This is a community where my children often come here to learn art. We also often come here to buy food. We often see elderly people walking here many times. This is a safe area for people to walk. It is very sad that this incident happened," said one resident.

US President Joe Biden strongly condemned the shooting and directed his homeland security advisers to mobilize federal support for local authorities to investigate the incident.

From Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also condemned the shooting and expressed condolences to the United States. According to Prime Minister Trudeau, it is wonderful that people can gather to celebrate Lunar New Year for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic broke out, but the news of the shooting has caused sadness in a time that should be filled with joy.

"This year, the Lunar New Year is being celebrated in Chinatowns. It is a time for people to come together. It is sad to hear about the shooting in Monterey Park, USA. My thoughts are with the families of the victims and their families," said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Mass shootings are not uncommon in the US and the attack at Monterey Park is the latest bloody incident to occur since May 2022 and the most serious mass shooting in Los Angeles County since the 2008 shooting./.