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The male suspect fled the scene in the city of Monterey Park and remains at large, investigators said. The shooting came after thousands of people had gathered for a Lunar New Year Festival.

By Edward Era Barbacena

As the West Coast wakes up to news of another mass shooting, California leaders and Monterey Park officials condemned the latest incident and offered their thoughts and prayers to the victims.

"During a time for celebration of Lunar New Year, gun violence has tragically struck in Monterey Park. My prayers are with the victims & their loved ones who woke up to a nightmare today," Sen. Alex Padilla said in a tweet. "This is yet another painful reminder of why we must act to end the scourge of gun violence."

Rep. Judy Chu, the chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus whose district includes Monterey Park, said: "My heart is broken for the victims, their families, and the people of my hometown Monterey Park who were impacted by the mass shooting that took place during a night of Lunar New Year celebrations. I am closely following the situation."

"Lunar New Year is a time of celebration, love and prosperity," State Senator Susan Rubio said. "I'm shocked and saddened for our community's loss."

State Assemblymember Mike Fong tweeted: "Our hearts are broken on a day meant for celebration and community."