Micquel Lynae Hawkins, a 23-year-old woman from Los Angeles, California, tragically lost her life on July 6, 2019. She was fatally shot in the Historic South-Central area of Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner's records, Micquel was a young mother, leaving behind a baby girl. The incident occurred on East 29th Street and San Pedro, where two other individuals were also shot.
The community was deeply affected by her death, and a vigil was held to honor her memory and call for an end to gun violence.
The investigation into Micquel's murder revealed that she was a victim of a drive-by shooting. Despite the community's efforts to seek justice and the family's plea for information, the case remains unsolved. The family believes that members of the community may have knowledge about the perpetrators and have urged them to come forward. The Los Angeles Police Department continues to investigate the case, but no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified.
Micquel's death is a stark reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in Los Angeles. Her family, particularly her mother, Vanessa Hawkins, has been vocal about the impact of such violence on families and communities. Vanessa expressed her frustration and sorrow over the loss of her daughter and the orphaning of her granddaughter, whose father was also murdered the previous year. The community's response to Micquel's death highlights the urgent need for collective action to address and prevent further tragedies caused by gun violence.
