Euclid Gregory Montgomery Jr., aged 51, tragically lost his life on May 8, 2015, in Pomona, California. He was shot to death outside his home in the 200 block of Fanshaw Avenue. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, and Montgomery was struck by gunfire multiple times, ultimately succumbing to his injuries at the scene. The violent nature of his death shocked the local community and prompted an immediate investigation by the Pomona Police Department.
The investigation
revealed that Montgomery's murder was a targeted attack carried out by two documented gang members, Donnell Parker and Terry Wayne Smith. Surveillance footage captured the moments leading up to the shooting, showing Parker and Smith approaching Montgomery's home and opening fire as he stood next to his car. The motive behind the attack was linked to gang-related activities, with the shooting being described as a "payback" for an earlier gang incident. Montgomery was struck 11 times by the gunfire, which led to his untimely death.
Following the murder, Parker and Smith fled the scene in a vehicle. The case was diligently pursued by law enforcement, leading to the arrest and prosecution of both suspects. In April 2017, Parker and Smith were each sentenced to 80 years to life in state prison after being found guilty of first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a felon. The jury also found true the allegations of gun and gang involvement, solidifying the severity of their crimes. The swift and decisive legal actions taken against Parker and Smith provided a sense of justice for Montgomery's family and the community, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat gang violence in the area.
