Juan Melgoza, a 48-year-old Latino man, was shot and killed on the evening of August 19, 2020, near the northeast corner of 911 N. Pannes Ave in Compton, California. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner‑Coroner’s office recorded the death as a homicide; efforts to save him were unsuccessful.

Investigators treated the scene as a homicide and interviewed witnesses and reviewed nearby surveillance footage. Early reporting noted a rise in violent crime in the area and raised the question of possible gang involvement, but detectives did not immediately confirm any gang connection. Witness reluctance and a lack of clear evidence hampered the probe, and no arrests were made.

The case remains open and the family has continued to urge anyone with information to come forward. If anyone knew Juan, saw activity near 911 N. Pannes Ave on the evening of August 19, 2020, or has tips, please share what you know.