Ryan Lyle Black, 27, was shot and killed on April 3, 2014, in the Chesterfield Square neighborhood of Los Angeles. The attack happened about 8:05 a.m. while Black stood in the walkway of a motel on the 5500 block of South Western Avenue. A gunman approached without any words and opened fire; the shooter then fled on foot. Black was taken to a nearby hospital and pronounced dead at 8:31 a.m.

The Los Angeles Police Department’s Criminal Gang Homicide Division handled the investigation. Detective Sal LaBarbera reported there were no immediate suspects or arrests, and a lack of witnesses and the suddenness of the attack made developing leads difficult. Police urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.

The case remained unsolved for a significant period, and periodic public appeals for information were made while family and community members sought justice. If anyone knew Ryan or saw activity near the motel that morning, can you share what you remember?