Felton Millage Jr., a 47-year-old man, was tragically shot and killed on August 7, 2014, in the Vermont Knolls neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. According to the Los Angeles County coroner’s records, Millage was standing in the driveway of a two-story home on the 500 block of West 74th Street with a group of men when a young man, described as a black male in his early 20s, approached and opened fire. The gunman struck both Millage and a 38-year-old man. Millage was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead at 8:50 p.m., while the other victim was reported to be in stable but critical condition.
The investigation into Millage's death revealed that the gunman fled east on West 74th Street immediately after the shooting. The motive behind the attack was not immediately clear, and the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) called for anyone with information to come forward. The Criminal Gang Homicide Division took charge of the case, urging witnesses to provide any details that could lead to the identification and arrest of the suspect. Despite these efforts, the case remained unsolved for some time, with no immediate arrests or suspects identified.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the community was left in shock and mourning. Millage was supposed to attend the funeral of his nephew, Irvine Barner Jr., on the morning of his death, adding another layer of tragedy to the incident. The scene of the crime bore the marks of violence, with bullet holes visible on the side of the home where the shooting occurred. A woman named Tisha, who was present at the scene, recounted the harrowing experience of cleaning up the blood the following morning.
As the investigation continued, the LAPD maintained their appeal for information, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in solving the case. The lack of immediate leads and the apparent randomness of the attack posed significant challenges for law enforcement. Over time, the case of Felton Millage Jr.'s murder became one of many unsolved homicides in Los Angeles, highlighting the ongoing issue of gun violence in the city and the difficulties faced by investigators in bringing perpetrators to justice.
