Juan Carlos Quinones, 28, was shot and killed on April 13, 2016, in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County coroner’s records place the shooting in the 2100 block of East 105th Street. Quinones was walking in the street shortly before 6:30 p.m. when a vehicle drove by and an occupant fired multiple rounds. He was struck, taken to a hospital, and pronounced dead at 6:38 p.m.

The LAPD’s Criminal Gang Homicide Division handled the investigation and sought additional witnesses and tips, including anonymous reports through Crime Stoppers. There were no immediate arrests or identified suspects, and detectives continued to investigate. The case highlights ongoing community concerns about violence in parts of Los Angeles.

If anyone saw the vehicle or the shooting on East 105th Street that evening or has information that could help identify the shooter, please contact the Criminal Gang Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers.