Suspect shot trying to rob Norwalk tobacco shop

NORWALK — A suspect was shot and wounded Tuesday during a robbery attempt at a business in the Norwalk area, and two other suspects were being sought, authorities said.

The crime occurred about 9 a.m. in the 10900 block of East Firestone Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

Paramedics took one person to a hospital in unknown condition, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

Authorities set up a perimeter in the area, and were looking for the two suspects who fled, the sheriff's department reported.

According to reports from the scene, the suspects tried to rob a tobacco shop, and shots were fired. It was unclear if somebody in the store opened fire.