William Perez Negrete, 21, was shot and killed on April 27, 2018, while visiting friends at an apartment complex where he used to live. The shooting happened about 9:55 p.m. in the 600 block of North Glenfinnan Avenue in Azusa. Witnesses heard multiple gunshots; Perez was standing outside and was struck several times. Bystanders tried to help but he died of his injuries, according to the Los Angeles County coroner.

Investigators say a silver sedan or a small SUV was seen driving away from the scene, but no witnesses reported seeing a shooter with a gun in a vehicle. Friends who were with Perez reportedly fled when the gunfire began and have not come forward. Authorities suspect the killing may have been gang-related. Perez was a father and worked as a cook at Coco’s Restaurant; he was born in Duarte and lived in Azusa most of his life.

Anyone who was at the complex that night or has information about the vehicle, the people who left, or possible motives is urged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau.