Ellis Spillman, 42, was shot and killed inside a Long Beach home on the night of June 28, 2018. Officers responding about 9:50 p.m. to the 1900 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue found Spillman inside with a gunshot wound to his upper torso; the Long Beach Fire Department pronounced him dead at the scene.

Investigators say a single male suspect confronted Spillman inside the residence and opened fire. Authorities have described the incident as appearing to be gang-related, but the motive remains unclear. Homicide Detectives Mark Mattia and Don Collier have been leading the investigation; no arrests have been announced and police continue to seek tips, including anonymous leads through LA Crime Stoppers.

Spillman’s obituary notes the loss felt by family and friends and the memories they shared of him. If anyone saw or heard anything that night or has information that could help investigators, please contact the Long Beach Police Department.