Kevin Mardonio Leon, a 22-year-old Latino man, was fatally shot on April 23, 2021, near 6726 11th Avenue in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. The shooting happened late at night; he was pronounced dead at the scene, and the death was classified as a homicide by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner.

Police say the shooting was connected to escalating gang-related violence in the area. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing a vehicle speed away. Detectives collected surveillance footage, eyewitness statements, and other evidence that investigators say tied local gang members to the incident. Several suspects were identified and arrests were made, and a key suspect was charged with murder and related offenses; that individual’s name has been withheld pending trial. Kevin’s family and the community have held vigils and called for accountability.

Are there any witnesses or neighbors who recall seeing a vehicle or activity near 11th Avenue that night?