On the evening of August 3, 2024, at approximately 7:05 p.m., Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputies responded to reports of a shooting at the intersection of South Bentley Avenue and East Greenleaf Boulevard in Compton, California. Upon arrival, they discovered a vehicle in the middle of the intersection, showing signs of a major traffic collision. Inside the vehicle were five men, including 22-year-old Compton resident Kevin Garcia Delgado, who had sustained a fatal gunshot wound.
Four other occupants were transported to local hospitals with injuries; their conditions were not disclosed.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner later identified the deceased as Delgado. The coroner's report listed his manner of death as an accident, caused by traumatic injuries.
As of the latest available information, authorities have not released any details regarding potential suspects or arrests related to this case. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau is actively investigating the incident and has urged anyone with information to contact them at 323-890-5500.
