Edgar Franquez, a 36-year-old resident of Los Angeles, was shot and killed on the evening of August 21, 2019. He was in his backyard in the 5000 block of Fayette Street in Highland Park when an unknown assailant approached and shot him about 9:18 p.m. Franquez was taken to a hospital and was pronounced dead at 12:53 a.m. on August 22, 2019. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner ruled the cause of death a gunshot wound.

The LAPD opened an investigation but has not established a motive. Detectives have been trying to determine whether the shooter fled on foot or in a vehicle and have asked the public for tips, including anonymous information. No arrests have been announced and the case remains open. If anyone knew Edgar, saw activity in the 5000 block of Fayette Street that night, or has information that could help investigators, please come forward.