On the night of July 30, 2024, Kevin Santos, a 33-year-old resident of Los Angeles, was fatally shot in the Florence-Graham neighborhood of South Los Angeles. The incident occurred around 10:20 p.m. in the 300 block of West 77th Street, where officers discovered Santos and another man, believed to be in his 20s, suffering from gunshot wounds in an alley.
Santos was pronounced dead at the scene by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner, while the other victim was transported to a hospital in critical condition.
The Los Angeles Police Department has indicated that the shooting is believed to be gang-related. However, as of the latest available information, no description of the suspect or suspects has been provided. Authorities have urged anyone with information regarding the case to contact them at 877-LAPD-247.
In the aftermath of Santos's death, community members have expressed concerns over the ongoing violence in the area. Despite these concerns, there have been no reports of arrests or identification of suspects connected to the shooting. The investigation remains active, with law enforcement officials continuing to seek leads and urging the public to come forward with any information that might assist in solving the case.
