On October 18, 2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m., 51-year-old Eliseo Hernandez was fatally shot in the City Terrace area of Los Angeles. The incident occurred in the 1000 block of De Garmo Drive.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department responded to the scene, but details regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear. As of now, authorities have not provided a description of any suspect or suspects involved in the incident.
The motive behind the shooting is also unknown.
In the aftermath of Hernandez's death, the community has been urged to assist in the investigation. The Sheriff's Homicide Bureau has requested that anyone with information about the case contact them at 323-890-5500. For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or via their website at lacrimestoppers.org.
Hernandez's passing has been noted in various memorials, with community members lighting candles and sharing memories to honor his life. A visitation was held on November 6, 2024, followed by a funeral service on November 7, 2024, at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier, California.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with Hernandez's death. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities continue to seek leads that could lead to the identification and apprehension of those responsible.
