Christian Avenido, 34, was fatally shot on October 1, 2024, at about 6:15 a.m. in front of a dispensary on the 2800 block of West Florence Avenue in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. A woman in her late 40s was also wounded and taken to a hospital in stable condition.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the shooting began as a dispute involving Avenido, the injured woman, and a male suspect in his early 60s. The suspect produced a firearm and opened fire, striking both victims; Avenido was pronounced dead at the scene by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner. Responding officers apprehended the suspect at the scene, though his identity has not been released. Investigators are working to determine the exact circumstances and motive.

The incident has prompted community concern about safety in Hyde Park. If anyone witnessed the shooting or has information that could assist the investigation, please contact the Los Angeles Police Department.