Alexander Vega, 44
Alexander Vega, a 44-year-old Latino, died Saturday, April 30, after he was shot in the 15500 block of Cohasset Street in Van Nuys, according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records.
About 11:50 p.m., Vega was inside a garage when a person walked up and shot him, said Los Angeles Police Det. Ryan Verna.
Vega was pronounced dead at the scene at 12:10 a.m. the next day.
Detectives are looking for witnesses. Verna said the shooting does not appear to have been random.
Anyone with information is asked to call Verna at (818) 374-1921. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
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