Elroy Milton Mays, a 48-year-old man from Los Angeles, California, tragically lost his life on June 20, 2014, after being shot two months earlier on April 20, 2014. The incident occurred in the 11500 block of South Wilmington Avenue in Watts. According to the Los Angeles County coroner’s records, Mays was walking west on East 115th Street from South Wilmington Avenue when he encountered another man.
An argument ensued between the two, during which the other man pulled out a handgun and shot Mays in the upper body. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Mays succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at 11:47 p.m. on June 20, 2014.
The investigation into Mays' death was handled by the Los Angeles Police Department's Criminal Gang Homicide Division. Detective Sal LaBarbera, who was involved in the case, noted that the altercation appeared to be spontaneous and escalated quickly to violence. The authorities urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward, offering anonymity through Crime Stoppers.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the police conducted a thorough investigation to identify and apprehend the suspect. The case drew significant attention due to the nature of the crime and the community's concern over gang-related violence in the area. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the details regarding any arrests or suspects involved in the case remain unclear from the available information. The community and the police continued to seek justice for Mays, hoping to bring closure to his family and friends.
The tragic death of Elroy Milton Mays highlights the ongoing issues of gun violence and gang activity in certain neighborhoods of Los Angeles. It underscores the importance of community cooperation with law enforcement to solve such cases and prevent future incidents. The LAPD's appeal for information reflects the challenges they face in solving crimes where witnesses may be reluctant to come forward due to fear of retaliation or distrust of the police.
