Anthony Dewell Thompson, a 22-year-old man from Los Angeles, California, tragically lost his life on May 21, 2019, after being shot two days earlier on May 19. The incident occurred in the 10300 block of South Broadway in the Broadway-Manchester neighborhood. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s records, Thompson was sitting on a couch inside a home when a shooting took place outside. A bullet penetrated the wall of the home and struck Thompson.
When law enforcement arrived at the scene, any potential witnesses had already fled, along with the intended victims. It remains unclear whether the gunmen were on foot or in a vehicle at the time of the shooting. Thompson was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 1:11 p.m. on May 21.
The investigation into Thompson's death has been challenging due to the lack of witnesses and clear evidence. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has been actively seeking information from the public to help solve the case. Detectives have urged anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community assistance in such investigations. Despite these efforts, there have been no arrests or identified suspects in connection with Thompson's murder as of the latest available reports.
The case highlights the broader issue of gun violence in Los Angeles and the difficulties law enforcement faces in solving such crimes, especially when witnesses are reluctant to come forward. The LAPD continues to encourage anyone with information to contact detectives or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers. The community's cooperation is seen as crucial in bringing justice to Thompson and his family, who are left to mourn the loss of a young life cut short by senseless violence.
