Jose Gamiz De Leon, a 26-year-old resident of Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, tragically lost his life on April 26, 2020, in a drive-by shooting in Panorama City. The incident occurred around 7:10 p.m. on Blythe Street, where De Leon was sitting in his vehicle when two cars, a blue PT Cruiser and a tan Cadillac, approached. An occupant of the PT Cruiser fired multiple rounds from a handgun, striking De Leon.
Despite being rushed to the hospital by a friend, he succumbed to his injuries.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has indicated that the shooting was likely gang-related. Surveillance footage captured the two vehicles involved, but the police have not released the video or images to the public. The suspects fled the scene towards Van Nuys Boulevard, and as of the latest updates, no arrests have been made.
The investigation into De Leon's murder is ongoing, with the LAPD urging anyone with information to come forward. Detective Chris Campagna is leading the investigation, and the police are actively seeking leads to identify and apprehend the suspects involved in this heinous crime.
This case highlights the persistent issue of gang violence in Los Angeles, and the community's need for cooperation with law enforcement to bring justice to victims like Jose Gamiz De Leon. The LAPD continues to work diligently to solve this case and prevent further violence in the area.
