Marquette Byron Carter, a 28-year-old man from Los Angeles, was tragically shot and killed on June 24, 2014. The incident occurred in the Vermont Square neighborhood, specifically in the 4800 block of South Western Avenue. Carter and a 21-year-old woman named Monique Brittanyann Campbell were sitting in a black Hyundai when a light-colored sedan pulled up next to them. Multiple shots were fired from the sedan, striking both Carter and Campbell.
Carter was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead at 11:25 p.m., while Campbell died at the scene.
The investigation into Carter's death revealed that he had been shot multiple times. The Los Angeles Police Department's Criminal Gang Homicide Division took charge of the case, urging anyone with information to come forward. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the case remains unsolved, with no arrests made or suspects publicly identified. The community and Carter's family were left devastated by the loss, and his death added to the grim statistics of young men lost to violence in Los Angeles.
Carter's death was particularly poignant for his family, as he was the second son to be killed. His mother, Tanya Summerise-Carter, had already endured the murder of her other son, Tyzell Carter, years earlier. Marquette had taken on the role of a big brother and male figure in the family after Tyzell's death, providing support and guidance to his siblings. His loss left a significant void in the family, and his mother expressed deep sorrow and concern for her remaining children.
In the aftermath of the shooting, there were calls for peace and an end to the violence that plagued the community. Local activists, pastors, and law enforcement officials emphasized the need for unity and non-violence. The funeral for Marquette was marked by these calls for peace, with LAPD officers patrolling the area to prevent further violence. Despite these efforts, the case of Marquette Byron Carter remains a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by communities affected by gun violence.
