Ocasis Ku, a 28-year-old resident of Long Beach, California, tragically lost his life on October 3, 2022. Ku was fatally shot inside his home in North Long Beach. The incident occurred early in the morning, jolting his family awake with the sound of gunshots. Ku's girlfriend, his sister, her boyfriend, and their two young children were all present in the house at the time. They found Ku lying on the bathroom floor, gasping for air, having been struck by at least two bullets in his upper torso.
Despite the paramedics' efforts to revive him, Ku was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to a local hospital.
The investigation quickly identified 38-year-old Dany Hernandez as the primary suspect. Hernandez, who shares custody of a 5-year-old child with Ku's girlfriend, allegedly forced his way into the home and shot Ku before fleeing the scene. Hernandez was apprehended less than 24 hours later by a SWAT unit from the Long Beach Police Department. He was charged with murder and remains in custody with bail set at $3.05 million. Additionally, Hernandez's brother, Ismael Hernandez, was arrested on suspicion of aiding him in evading arrest and was charged as an accessory to the crime, with bail set at $1 million.
The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, leaving Ku's family in a state of shock and grief. Ku had recently shared the joyous news that he was going to be a father for the first time and had plans to propose to his girlfriend. His family described him as a loving and humorous individual who was excited about his future. The tragic loss has left them seeking answers and justice for Ku's untimely death.
