Authorities release photo of Suspect wanted in shooting of 2 tourists outside Venice bar

Venice, Los Angeles-A photo of suspect Brandon Manyo Dixon was released by Authorities on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. The suspect is wanted in connection to attempted murder, after allegedly shooting two tourists from the United Kingdom, on the 20th, block of Windward Avenue., The murder occurred on July 30, 2022, LAPD said.

According to Law enforcement officers, while outside of a "heavily populated bar," Dixon and a  friend became involved in a verbal altercation with the two U.K. tourists, according to police.

Police say "The argument escalated into a physical fight and then turned violent when the suspect chased after both tourists with a gun," police said. "As the tourists ran away, the suspect shot the tourists and then fled on foot from the scene. Both victims sustained significant wounds from the gunshots and were hospitalized for their injuries."

Brandon Dixon is considered to be armed and dangerous, if you see the suspect, call 911, the LAPD said. In addition to the photo, the incident was recorded on surveillance video released by the LAPD.

Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact Detective Jurado at (310) 482-6369 or (323) 229-6286, or via email at 32284@lapd.online. Tipsters may also call 877-LAPD-247 or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS.

Written by Anita Johnson-Brown

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