Sergio Villagrana Jr., a 39-year-old Latino man, was shot and killed on February 16, 2021, in Los Angeles. The shooting occurred near the 2200 block of North Thomas Street in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood; the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner ruled his death a homicide by gunshot wounds.

Authorities described the incident as a drive-by shooting and said circumstances suggested a targeted attack, with reporting linking the method to gang-related violence. Law enforcement opened an investigation and a suspect was later charged with murder and gang-related enhancements. During the ensuing trial the prosecution presented evidence tying the defendant to the crime scene and argued the person was either the shooter or a direct aider and abettor.

A petition for resentencing under California Penal Code 1172.6 was denied by the trial court. What information might help clarify motive or identify others involved in this attack?