Marvin Antonio Romero-Romero, a 17-year-old Latino male, was shot and killed on May 29, 2021, near 3141 E. Olympic Blvd. in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner records list the death as a shooting; despite efforts to save him, Marvin succumbed to his injuries.

LAPD investigators described the incident as a targeted attack but stated Marvin was not involved in gang activity. Community witnesses provided information that helped police identify several suspects. One primary suspect was later arrested and charged with first-degree murder and related offenses; the case is being prosecuted with eyewitness testimony, forensic evidence, and surveillance footage cited in the investigation.

Marvin’s family and local groups have pushed for justice and are mourning his loss. If anyone knew Marvin, saw activity near E. Olympic Blvd. on May 29, 2021, or has information about the shooting, please come forward to assist the investigation.