Ruben Reyes Roque, a 33-year-old Latino, was fatally shot on October 10, 2016, near North Western Avenue and Romaine Street in Hollywood, Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles County coroner’s records, Roque was dropped off at a hospital by a private vehicle with gunshot wounds shortly after 12:30 a.m. He was pronounced dead at 12:55 a.m. at the hospital.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) later determined that Roque was originally shot near North Western Avenue and Romaine Street around 12:35 a.m. Detectives believe Roque was in a vehicle with others when he was shot, but at this point, police do not have a description of the shooter.
The investigation into Ruben Reyes Roque's death has been ongoing, with the LAPD urging anyone with information to come forward. Despite the efforts of the West Bureau detectives, no arrests have been made, and the identity of the shooter remains unknown. The case has been a challenging one for the authorities, as there were no immediate witnesses or clear leads to follow. The community has been encouraged to provide any information that might help solve the case, with anonymous tips being accepted through Crime Stoppers.
In the aftermath of Roque's death, there have been no significant developments in terms of arrests or suspects. The lack of concrete evidence has hindered the progress of the investigation, leaving the case unsolved. The LAPD continues to seek any new information that could lead to a breakthrough in the case. The tragic loss of Ruben Reyes Roque has left his family and friends seeking justice and closure, as they remember him and mourn his untimely death.
