Larry Lovette Jr., a 30-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on January 11, 2013, in Oakland, California. The incident occurred in the 4000 block of Canon Avenue near Wellington Street, close to Dimond Park, shortly before 3:00 p.m. Lovette Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene. His murder remains unsolved, and Oakland police continue to seek information from the public to identify those responsible for his death.
On the same day, another fatal shooting took place in Oakland, claiming the life of 22-year-old Edward Childress. Authorities believe that the two homicides may be connected, as both victims were seen together earlier that day in the 2300 block of East 17th Street. Childress was shot near Garfield Municipal Playground at approximately 2:45 p.m. and succumbed to his injuries at a hospital shortly thereafter. Investigators suspect that Lovette Jr. may have been lured or taken to the location where he was ultimately killed.
The murders occurred during a particularly violent period in Oakland, with four individuals, including Lovette Jr. and Childress, losing their lives within a span of six hours. Despite multiple appeals from law enforcement and the victims' families, no arrests have been made in connection with Lovette Jr.'s killing. The Oakland Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Oakland have offered a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to an arrest in these cases.
Lovette Jr.'s family has expressed their grief and frustration over the lack of answers regarding his death. In a statement, they described him as a guardian who always protected his loved ones. They continue to seek justice and urge anyone with information to come forward. Authorities remain hopeful that new leads will emerge to help solve this decade-old case.
