On September 28, 2024, 36-year-old Raul Barajas was fatally shot in San Pedro, California. Reports say he was seated in a vehicle near an El Pollo Loco when an occupant of that same vehicle shot him. Barajas was transported to a local hospital but died shortly after arrival; the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office ruled the cause of death a gunshot wound to the back and classified it as a homicide.

Family members set up a GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses and described Barajas as a beloved son, father, uncle, nephew, brother, and cousin who was hardworking and family-oriented. He is survived by a two-year-old son. No arrests or suspects have been reported and the Los Angeles Police Department is investigating and asking anyone with information to come forward.

If anyone in San Pedro remembers seeing activity near the El Pollo Loco on September 28 or has information that could help the investigation, please share what you know with the LAPD.