Tony Lawrence Hawkins, a 35-year-old man, was tragically shot and killed on November 5, 2007, at a gas station located on Euclid Avenue in the Valencia Park area of San Diego. The incident took place around 5:51 p.m. when Hawkins was shot multiple times. Despite the efforts to save his life, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after. Hawkins' murder remains unsolved, and law enforcement has continuously appealed to the public for help in identifying the suspect or suspects involved.
San Diego Crime Stoppers has offered a reward to encourage witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. The case, which has gone cold over the years, remains open as authorities hope for new leads to bring those responsible to justice. Hawkins’ family and local officials continue to seek closure for this unresolved crime.