Paul Douglas Atkinson, 39, of Los Angeles was shot around 4:30 a.m. on October 29, 2016 near West 95th and South Figueroa streets in the Vermont Vista neighborhood. He was outside talking with another man and some women when a vehicle approached and someone inside opened fire. Atkinson was taken to a hospital and died of his injuries on November 2, 2016.

The Los Angeles Police Department’s Criminal Gang Homicide Division is handling the investigation. Efforts have been hindered by a lack of cooperation from witnesses; investigators report no description of the vehicle or the shooter has been obtained and no arrests or identified suspects have been announced. Crime Stoppers anonymity has been offered for tips.

Anyone who was in the Vermont Vista area that morning or who has information about the shooting is asked to contact the LAPD or Crime Stoppers.