Joseph Tapia, 17, was fatally shot in Cudahy, California, on November 26, 2024. The shooting occurred about 12:58 a.m. in the 4400 block of Clara Street, west of Atlantic Avenue; Tapia was pronounced dead at the scene. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner attributed the cause of death to a gunshot wound to the head and ruled the manner of death homicide.

A 15-year-old was also shot in the same incident and is reported in critical condition. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500 or submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or lacrimestoppers.org.

If anyone knew Joseph or witnessed the shooting, can you share information that might help the investigation?