4 Injured in Rosemead Street Takeover Shooting

Gunfire erupted at an illegal street racing event, sending 4 to the hospital.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 3:27pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent bullet casing on the ground, capturing the stark, gritty, and investigative nature of the crime scene.The aftermath of a violent street takeover incident exposes the dangerous realities of illegal racing and unsanctioned events.Rosemead Today

Four people were injured in a shooting that occurred during a street takeover event in Rosemead, California early Sunday morning. The incident happened around 2 a.m. near the intersection of Del Mar and Garey Avenues, with one victim transported by ambulance while the other three drove themselves to the hospital. The shooter remains at large.

Why it matters

Street takeovers, where groups of cars illegally take over intersections or roads to perform stunts and street racing, have become an increasing problem in the Los Angeles area, leading to violence, property damage, and public safety concerns. This latest shooting highlights the dangers of these unsanctioned events.

The details

According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, the shooting occurred around 2 a.m. during an illegal street takeover event in Rosemead. Four people were struck by gunfire, with one victim transported by ambulance while the other three drove themselves to the hospital. The condition of the victims is currently unknown, and the person who opened fire remains at large.

  • The shooting happened around 2 a.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

The players

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Authorities are searching for the shooter and investigating the circumstances surrounding the street takeover event.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the growing problem of street takeovers in the Los Angeles area, which can lead to violence, property damage, and public safety risks. It highlights the need for increased enforcement and community efforts to address this issue.