Chang Kang, a 23-year-old Korean resident of Texas, was killed in Los Angeles on October 7, 1986, while visiting relatives. His death was one of a series of murders attributed to Michael Player, known as the Skid Row Slayer. Player’s spree began in early September 1986 and ended with his death by suicide on October 10, 1986; investigators linked him to ten victims, including Chang Kang.

Player targeted people in the Skid Row area and often chose homeless victims, but Chang Kang was visiting family and was not homeless. The attacker’s method was reportedly execution-style gunshots to the back of the head, frequently delivered while victims were asleep or unaware. Initial questioning of Player did not lead to charges; a surviving victim’s description provided a lead that helped identify him. Fingerprint analysis after October 10 confirmed Player’s identity and connected him to the killings.

Anyone with memories of Chang Kang, his visit to Los Angeles, or the events around October 7, 1986, is asked to share what they know.