Joshua Campbell was 17 when he was fatally shot on the evening of January 3, 2022, near 830 W. 77th St. in the Vermont Knolls neighborhood of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner recorded his death at the scene. Authorities described the incident as a targeted shooting.

The Los Angeles Police Department conducted interviews and collected evidence at the scene. Initial progress was slow, but public tips eventually helped narrow leads. Detectives identified a suspect believed to have had a personal dispute with Joshua; that person was arrested and charged with murder and firearm possession. Court proceedings have been underway with multiple appearances.

Joshua’s death prompted community calls for action addressing gun violence and support for at-risk youth in Vermont Knolls. If anyone knew Joshua or has information relevant to his case, please share what you know with investigators.