Rodney Donaldson Jr., 28, was shot on January 2, 2021 while walking in the 500 block of North Kemp Street in Compton and died of his injuries at a hospital on January 4, 2021. A graduate of Benedict College who played football and earned a business degree, Rodney was living with his family and helping care for his disabled father at the time of his death.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department says a 2001–2004 black Pontiac Grand Prix was seen fleeing the area after the shooting, but no suspects or motive have been identified. A $10,000 reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction, and the family has made public pleas for help. The investigation remains open with no arrests reported.

If anyone has information about the shooting or the Pontiac Grand Prix seen leaving the scene, please contact the Sheriff’s Department.