Azuma Bennett, 30, a boxing trainer originally from Australia, was shot and killed on August 12, 2022, in Windsor Hills, Los Angeles. He was found outside a marijuana dispensary early that morning, having been shot multiple times, and died at the scene despite attempts to revive him. Bennett had moved to Los Angeles three years earlier and was well known in local boxing and fitness circles for his dedication and positive influence.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department opened a homicide investigation. On September 22, 2022, authorities arrested Gabriel Alvarado, a Hispanic male from the Los Angeles area, and charged him in the fatal shooting; Alvarado was held in custody awaiting a November 21, 2022 court appearance. Friends and family set up an online fundraiser to help return Bennett’s body to Australia and to support his relatives.

Anyone who knew Bennett, saw him that morning, or has information about the shooting is asked to come forward.