Reina Ines Angulo Mercado, a 50-year-old Latina, tragically lost her life on June 29, 2018, after being shot in the 1300 block of James M. Wood Boulevard in the Westlake area of Los Angeles. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on June 26, 2018, while Mercado was standing on a sidewalk with her son and husband, who were working on a vehicle. A vehicle approached, and an individual inside began shooting. The vehicle then continued south on Albany Street and disappeared from view.
Mercado was the only person injured in the shooting and was taken to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead three days later at 3:57 p.m.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) believes that Mercado was not the intended target of the shooting, which is suspected to be related to gang activity. Despite the tragic nature of the incident, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved. The LAPD has urged anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation. Detectives can be contacted at (213) 484-3642, and anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
The investigation into Mercado's death has been challenging due to the lack of witnesses and concrete evidence. The LAPD continues to follow leads and gather information in hopes of bringing justice to Mercado and her family. The community has also been encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity that may be related to the case. The tragic loss of Reina Ines Angulo Mercado serves as a stark reminder of the impact of gang violence on innocent lives and the ongoing need for community cooperation in solving such crimes.
