Chiquita Walton, a 37-year-old woman from Lancaster, California, tragically lost her life on May 8, 2022, in Gardena, California. The incident occurred at the Redondo Beach Motel located on W. Redondo Beach Boulevard. Gardena Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 4:45 a.m. Upon arrival, they found Walton suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite their efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation quickly led to the arrest of Alexander McGowan Jr., a 42-year-old man also from Lancaster. McGowan was taken into custody and booked on suspicion of murder. He was held on a $2 million bail as detectives continued to investigate the motive behind the fatal shooting. The case was presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for consideration of filing charges.
Authorities have urged anyone with additional information about the case to come forward, highlighting the ongoing nature of the investigation. The tragic death of Chiquita Walton has left a community in mourning and seeking justice fPor her untimely demise.
