Maurice McKinzy, a 45-year-old man from Los Angeles, California, was tragically shot and killed on February 1, 2017. The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. in the 7500 block of South Main Street in the Florence neighborhood. McKinzy had just finished visiting friends and was walking to his car when he was approached by at least one individual who opened fire, striking him multiple times. Despite being rushed to the hospital, McKinzy was pronounced dead at 10:54 p.m.
The Los Angeles County coroner's records confirmed the cause of death as gunshot wounds.
McKinzy was a well-known figure in his community, having worked as a traffic officer at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and previously serving as a junior varsity and assistant varsity basketball coach at John C. Fremont High School. He was remembered fondly by friends and family as a dedicated father and mentor. His death left a significant impact on those who knew him, particularly because he had grown up in the same neighborhood where he was killed and had made positive contributions to the community.
The investigation into McKinzy's murder revealed that the shooter was likely accompanied by other individuals, although only one person is believed to have fired the shots. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and McKinzy was not known to be involved in any gang activities. The Los Angeles Police Department's Criminal Gang Homicide Division took charge of the case, urging anyone with information to come forward. Despite efforts to gather leads, the case remains unsolved, and no arrests have been made in connection with McKinzy's death.
In the aftermath of the shooting, McKinzy's family and friends set up a GoFundMe page to support his children, highlighting his role as a father to a 19-year-old son and an 11-year-old daughter. The community's response underscored the deep sense of loss felt by those who knew him. The ongoing investigation continues to seek justice for McKinzy, with detectives working to uncover any new information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of the suspects involved in this tragic incident.
