Stephen Andrew Meller, 66, of Los Angeles was shot during an argument outside a home in the 600 block of West 115th Street in the Vermont Vista neighborhood on the evening of January 29, 2020. He was found with gunshot wounds, taken to a hospital, and died of his injuries on February 4, 2020.

The Los Angeles Police Department identified and arrested 37-year-old Marcus Wilson in connection with the shooting. Wilson was charged by the Los Angeles County District Attorney on March 4, 2020, with one count of murder and an allegation of using a handgun in the commission of the crime. The prosecution’s case is reported to include witness statements and forensic analysis.

Meller’s death prompted attention from his family and the community and renewed discussions about gun violence and safety in Vermont Vista. If anyone has information about the incident or knew Stephen, please come forward with what you can share.