Mkher Alaverdian, 43, was fatally shot near 6551 De Soto Avenue in Canoga Park, Los Angeles, on the evening of July 26, 2021. He was pronounced dead at the scene and the death was classified as a homicide by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner.

The LAPD opened an extensive investigation but faced difficulties early on because of a lack of immediate witnesses and clear leads. Detectives canvassed the neighborhood and conducted numerous interviews; several persons of interest were identified, but no arrests were reported in the immediate aftermath. Alaverdian’s family also filed a wrongful death lawsuit against unknown defendants as they sought accountability and closure.

The case remained unresolved as investigators continued to appeal to the public for information. If anyone has details about that night or saw activity near 6551 De Soto Avenue on July 26, 2021, please come forward.