Dwayne Kenneth McKesson, a 47-year-old man, was tragically shot and killed on June 12, 2014, in the Florence-Firestone area of California. The incident occurred in the 8600 block of Maie Avenue. According to the Los Angeles County coroner’s records, witnesses in the area reported hearing gunshots around 2:45 p.m. Shortly after, McKesson was found on the west curb of Maie Avenue. He was quickly transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 2:47 p.m. The coroner's spokesperson, Ed Winter, confirmed that McKesson was walking down the street when he was shot. Witnesses also mentioned seeing the gunman walk into an alley near the scene.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department immediately launched an investigation into McKesson's death. Lt. Dave Coleman, who was involved in the case, urged anyone with information to contact the Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the case remains unsolved, with no arrests or suspects publicly identified. The community was encouraged to provide any leads, and anonymous tips were accepted through Crime Stoppers.
The murder of Dwayne Kenneth McKesson is one of many tragic incidents in the Florence-Firestone area, highlighting ongoing concerns about violence and safety in the community. The lack of resolution in McKesson's case has left his family and friends seeking justice and closure. The Sheriff's Department continues to investigate, hoping that new information will eventually come to light and lead to the apprehension of those responsible for this senseless act of violence.
