Santa Ana Police Err in Saying Man Died
An 18-year-old Santa Ana man shot in the head outside his home was in guarded condition Wednesday at a local hospital, authorities said.
Police on Tuesday had erroneously reported that Pablo Ruiz was shot to death as he was parking his car across the street from his home on South Rosewood Avenue. Ruiz was actually in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the head, and his condition improved Wednesday to guarded, hospital officials said.
Lt. Bob Chavez said several rounds from a small-caliber gun were fired at Ruiz from a passing vehicle.
The gang unit is investigating, Chavez said.
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