Clifford Ross, a 32-year-old man from Los Angeles, California, was tragically shot and killed on March 27, 2020. The incident occurred in the 2200 block of East 111th Street in the Watts neighborhood. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner's records, the shooting happened around 9:10 p.m. Ross had arrived at an apartment where a woman and another man were present. The woman was Ross's ex-wife, and the man was her companion at the time.
A confrontation ensued between Ross and the man, identified as 34-year-old David King. Ross was reportedly upset about the man's presence with his ex-wife, which led to a heated argument. During the altercation, King shot Ross, who was pronounced dead at the scene at 9:45 p.m.
Following the shooting, David King fled the scene but was apprehended by the police within hours. He was subsequently charged with one count of murder, with the additional allegation of using a handgun during the commission of the crime. King was also charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm. The Los Angeles County district attorney's office pursued these charges, and the case proceeded through the legal system. The investigation into Ross's death was handled by the Los Angeles Police Department, with detectives urging anyone with further information to come forward.
The case of Clifford Ross's murder highlights the tragic consequences of domestic disputes and the pervasive issue of gun violence. The swift arrest and charging of David King demonstrate the efforts of law enforcement to bring justice in such cases. The legal proceedings against King included the serious charges of murder and firearm possession, reflecting the gravity of the crime. The community and authorities continue to seek justice for Ross, with ongoing appeals for information from the public to aid in the investigation.
