Erik Ben Daniel, a 41-year-old Latino man, was shot and killed the evening of September 22, 2020, near 3548 Brenton Avenue in Lynwood, California. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner ruled the death a homicide; efforts to save him failed and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department led the investigation, canvassing the area for witnesses and collecting evidence. Investigators identified persons of interest and later arrested a suspect who was charged with homicide and related offenses; the charge included first-degree murder and the case proceeded to trial. Reports state the defendant was ultimately convicted in connection with Erik’s killing.

Erik’s death devastated his community and family, who followed the case through prosecution and sought accountability. If anyone knew Erik, saw activity near Brenton Avenue that night, or has information that could add context to what happened, please share it with law enforcement.