Carlos Eduardo Aguilar Perez was 22 when he was fatally shot on the evening of December 19, 2020, near 201 S. Soto Street in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner–Coroner recorded the death as a homicide; he died at the scene despite attempts to save him.

The Los Angeles Police Department investigated and found evidence suggesting Carlos was likely targeted, though the motive remained unclear. Detectives canvassed the area, interviewed witnesses, and reviewed surveillance footage. The investigation reportedly encountered difficulties from limited witness cooperation and complexities tied to gang-related violence in the neighborhood.

Carlos’s family and community continued to press for answers while detectives periodically revisited leads and offered rewards for information. If anyone has information that could help bring justice for Carlos, please come forward to the LAPD.