Amanda Jo Pimentel, 34, was shot and killed on January 14, 2022, in Compton, California. Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner records place the shooting near the intersection of Nestor Avenue and 154th Street in the afternoon; she was pronounced dead at the scene and found with multiple gunshot wounds.

The death was classified as a homicide and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau responded to gather evidence and interview potential witnesses. Initial reports did not indicate any immediate arrests or identified suspects. Family, friends and community members held vigils and rallies while detectives continued to seek leads and gather evidence.

No significant breakthroughs were reported publicly in the months after the killing, and the case remained open. If anyone saw activity near Nestor Avenue and 154th Street on January 14, 2022, or has information that could help, please come forward.