Introduction to the Tragic Incident
A $20,000 reward in the investigation into the shooting deaths of a woman and her daughter at a Compton intersection will be considered Tuesday by Los Angeles County officials.
Background of the Incident
The Board of Supervisors is expected to approve a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction in the killings of a 45-year-old La’von Hall and her 22-year-old daughter Ma’Laysia Martin in an April 1 drive-by shooting.
Details of the Shooting
The two women were waiting at a stoplight when someone in another vehicle opened fire at about 7 p.m. at the intersection of Caldwell Street and Central Avenue. The shooter’s vehicle left the scene southbound on Central Avenue.
Hall was found in the street west of the intersection. Her daughter was found in their car’s passenger seat.
Both women died at the scene.
Possible Motive and Suspect
The drive-by shooting may have stemmed from a domestic dispute, an official said. Mekahlo Medina reports for the NBC4 News at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
Days after the shootings, sheriff’s department investigators identified Hall’s 41-year-old ex-boyfriend Donte Brown as a suspect in the killings. Brown remains at large.
Brown is known to frequent the Compton and Long Beach areas and should be considered armed and dangerous.
Investigation and Call for Witnesses
Detectives have said they believe there are witnesses to the killings who may have information for investigators.
Anyone with information was asked to call the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call 800-222-8477 or click here.
UPDATE* #LASD Homicide Detectives Identify Suspect in Compton Double Murder Investigation, Caldwell Street and South-Central Avenue #Comptonhttps://t.co/6q0dSoKwc8 pic.twitter.com/9s7sxXM1c9
— LA County Sheriffs (@LASDHQ) April 3, 2025
## Conclusion
The tragic incident of the drive-by shooting of a mother and daughter in Compton has shaken the community, and the authorities are working tirelessly to bring the perpetrator to justice. The consideration of a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect is a step in the right direction. It is essential for the community to come together and provide any information that may aid in the investigation.
## FAQs
Q: What is the reward amount being considered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect?
A: The reward amount being considered is $20,000.
Q: Who are the victims of the drive-by shooting?
A: The victims are 45-year-old La’von Hall and her 22-year-old daughter Ma’Laysia Martin.
Q: Who is the suspect in the killings?
A: The suspect is Donte Brown, the 41-year-old ex-boyfriend of La’von Hall.
Q: How can one provide information to aid in the investigation?
A: One can call the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500 or remain anonymous by calling 800-222-8477.
