David Banuelos, a 28-year-old Latino, was shot and killed just after 1:25 a.m. on May 28, 2011, outside a club in the 4500 block of Santa Monica Boulevard in East Hollywood. Coroner’s records state he was involved in a verbal dispute with another individual before the confrontation escalated to gunfire. Banuelos was struck multiple times in the torso and was pronounced dead at the scene. A male bystander suffered a leg injury but survived.

Investigators say the shooter fled immediately after the shooting. Detectives followed multiple leads and witness accounts while seeking information from anyone who might help the case. Banuelos’ death drew attention to violence and safety concerns in parts of Los Angeles and deeply affected his family and friends.

If anyone witnessed the shooting or has information that has not yet been shared with police, please come forward.