Man shot and killed at Brea apartment

Witnesses told NBCLA they heard as many as nine shots fired. They also said they heard arguing before the gunfire

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A man was shot and killed late Wednesday at an apartment complex in Brea.

Brea Police Department officers were called at approximately 7:30 p.m. to the Raintree Apartment Complex at 650 N. Tamarack Ave., near Central Avenue, regarding multiple calls regarding shots fired, the department said.

Upon their arrival, officers found the victim inside the department. The victim died at the scene.

Witnesses told NBCLA they heard as many as nine shots fired. They also said they heard arguing before the gunfire.

Police surrounded the complex and asked residents to remain indoors during their investigation.

Authorities described the shooting as an isolated incident, indicating there was no immediate threat to the general public.

A description of the shooter was not immediately available.

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