Ruben Alberto Morales-Almada, 24, was shot and killed on July 20, 2020, in the 9500 block of Holmes Avenue in Watts, Los Angeles. He and another man, 27, were sitting in the front yard of a home when a sedan drove by, returned from the opposite direction, and someone inside opened fire. Both men were struck and taken to a hospital; Morales-Almada was pronounced dead at 1:58 p.m.

Investigators describe the incident as a drive-by shooting; investigators have noted the method is often associated with gang-related violence, but the motive and the shooters identities remain unclear. No arrests have been announced and detectives say a lack of witnesses willing to speak has hindered the inquiry. The LAPD has asked the public for tips, including anonymous Crime Stoppers leads.

If anyone who knew Ruben or was in that area on July 20, 2020 has information that could help, please consider contacting investigators.