ORANGE, Calif. — A woman was fatally shot while driving her SUV early Monday morning in Orange, according to local authorities. The incident unfolded near the intersection of Highland Street and Del Mar Avenue shortly after 12:30 a.m.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and found the driver deceased. Her identity has not yet been disclosed, pending notification of family members. Fortunately, a female passenger in the vehicle escaped injury during the shooting.
As of now, the shooter remains at large, with no descriptions available from the police. The motive behind this violent act is still under investigation, and detectives are actively working to uncover leads.
Local residents expressed shock at the incident, which occurred in a typically quiet neighborhood. One neighbor, who wished to remain anonymous, noted that such events are rare in their community, prompting concerns about safety.
“This is a peaceful area,” the neighbor said. “It’s unsettling to think that something like this could happen right here.”
Community members are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. Police are asking anyone with information related to the incident to come forward.
The investigation continues as authorities aim to piece together the circumstances surrounding the shooting and bring the suspect to justice.