Shawn Washington was a 16-year-old resident of Los Angeles who died from a gunshot wound to the head on August 18, 2024; the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner ruled the death a homicide and formally pronounced him on August 19, 2024. Born January 8, 2008, he was known to family and friends as Spike. A GoFundMe titled In Loving Memory of SHAWN SPIKE WASHINGTON was set up by Kimberly Patterson to assist with funeral expenses.

No arrests or suspect identifications have been publicly reported. The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating and community members are asked to provide any information that could help solve the case. If anyone knew Shawn, saw him on August 18, 2024, or has relevant information, please come forward to assist the investigation.