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One dead after shooting near Bohnett Park in Santa Barbara

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - One person is dead after a shooting near Bohnett Park on the westside of Santa Barbara.

The incident happened around 1:30 a.m. Friday morning. When officers arrived on the scene, they found a man suffering from a gunshot would and another uninjured victim.

Officers gave CPR to the injured man, but he passed away later at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.

An early investigation shows that the suspect or suspects may have fled the area in an unknown vehicle.

It is believed to be an isolated incident and police say there is no remaining threat to the public.

The name of the deceased is being withheld.

UPDATE: A witness who lives in the area said she heard multiple gunshots at the time of this incident.

Police have been going door-to-door looking for video at the time of the shooting. There were cameras mounted on buildings in the area.

At least 15 evidence markers have been placed at the scene.

A Department of Justice crime scene truck with investigative equipment has been within the area cordoned off by yellow tape. Special photographic equipment and a drone are in use.

Some articles of clothing are on the sidewalk near an evidence marker just outside of the park. The scene on San Pascual St. is close to Victoria St. on a sidewalk across from apartment buildings.

Many friends of the victim and nearby community members have come to the scene with candles and flowers.

This is a developing story, and Your Newschannel will provide updates as it comes into the newsroom.

Senior Reporter John Palminteri contributed to this story from the scene.

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