Bryan Canales, a 21-year-old Latino man, was shot and killed on the afternoon of January 29, 2026, while waiting for a DASH bus at 82nd Street and Vermont Avenue in South Los Angeles. The shooting occurred at about 1:45 p.m.; the Los Angeles County coroner ruled the death a homicide from a gunshot wound to the chest.

Reports indicate Canales intervened when a group of female juveniles allegedly attempted to rob another person. He reportedly drew a knife to defend the victim and was then shot by one of the females. The assailants were described as several female juveniles wearing dark-colored clothing who fled eastbound on 83rd Street and into a parking garage.

The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating and searching for multiple suspects. No arrests have been announced. If anyone witnessed the incident at 82nd and Vermont or has footage showing the group’s movements, please share information with the LAPD.