Reward Offered in Monthslong Search for Young Woman’s Killer
Authorities Continue to Investigate Fatal Shooting
A reward is being offered as authorities continue to search for whoever fatally shot 22-year-old Raejonette Morgan near the 105 Freeway in the West Athens neighborhood of Los Angeles last year.
$10,000 Reward Announced
The $10,000 reward will be officially announced during a morning news conference attended by Morgan’s mother and Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna.
Family’s Heartbreak and Quest for Justice
The heartbroken family of a woman killed in a shooting near the 105 Freeway is holding a candlelight vigil in her memory as they seek justice for her death. (KTLA)
Details of the Shooting
Morgan was shot and killed on Vermont Avenue as she approached the 105 Freeway in her white Mercedes-Benz around 7:45 p.m. on July 2, 2024. Investigators believe Morgan was the innocent victim of gang violence and was mistaken for someone else when the suspect’s vehicle drove up to her driver’s side and opened fire.
Police Response Under Scrutiny
Controversy surfaced shortly after the shooting when a video circulated on social media described the police response as “an absolute failure.” The Sheriff’s Department said it would conduct a “critical incident review” of the deputy’s response, equipment, training, and tactics to determine if department policies and procedures were followed.
Investigation Ongoing
It was unclear if the results of that investigation will be mentioned during Tuesday’s news conference. The Board of Supervisors is offering the reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of the suspect, or suspects, involved in Morgan’s killing.
How to Provide Information
The news conference will be streamed live on the Sheriff’s Department’s Facebook page at 10 a.m. Anyone with information about the incident was asked to contact the Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Anonymous tips can be made at Crime Stoppers by dialing 800-222-8477 or by using the lacrimestoppers.org website.
Conclusion
The search for justice for Raejonette Morgan continues, and the community is urged to come forward with any information that may lead to the identification and arrest of the suspect. The reward offer is a significant step in the investigation, and authorities hope it will encourage individuals with knowledge of the crime to come forward.
FAQs
* What is the reward amount for information leading to the identification and arrest of the suspect?
+ The reward is $10,000.
* Who is offering the reward?
+ The Board of Supervisors is offering the reward.
* How can I provide information about the incident?
+ You can contact the Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500 or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or lacrimestoppers.org.
* Will the results of the police response investigation be discussed during the news conference?
+ It is unclear if the results of the investigation will be mentioned during the news conference.
