Charles Hall III, known as Chuckie, was found dead at a residence in the 400 block of Lancaster Boulevard in Lancaster, California, on February 26, 2023, at about 3 a.m. He died of a gunshot wound to the chest; the Los Angeles County Coroner ruled the manner of death homicide.

Hall was 41 and is survived by eight children, grandchildren, and eight younger siblings. Family members remembered him for a vibrant personality, a protective nature, and a gift for bringing jokes and laughter to a room. They have been seeking support to cover unexpected expenses after his death.

No arrests have been announced and authorities have not released information about suspects. Anyone with information is asked to contact Los Angeles County Sheriff’s homicide detectives at 323-890-5500 or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477. Did anyone in the Lancaster area see or hear anything that could help investigators?