Michael Correa, a 42-year-old Latino male, was fatally shot in Van Nuys, California, on April 19, 2025. The incident occurred in the parking lot of a strip mall on Vanowen Street, near Woodley and Gloria Avenues. Correa was standing by his vehicle outside Goldstar Doughnuts when two suspects approached him and fired multiple gunshots before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.
The shooting took place just before 12:35 a.m., and emergency responders pronounced Correa dead at the scene.
Authorities from the Los Angeles Police Department's Van Nuys Station responded to the shooting and launched an investigation into the homicide. The Los Angeles County Office of Medical Examiner confirmed that Correa died from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to gather information, police have not released any descriptions of the suspects involved in the attack. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and investigators are working to determine whether Correa had any prior connections to the assailants.
The tragic death of Michael Correa, a 42-year-old Latino male, has left the community in shock. Residents and business owners in the area have expressed concerns about safety, as violent incidents continue to occur in the neighborhood. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward to assist in identifying and apprehending the suspects responsible for Correa’s death. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities seek leads that could provide further insight into the circumstances surrounding the fatal attack.
