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Brayton Charles Crumb, 48

Brayton Crumb, a 48-year-old white man, was shot and killed Sunday, Dec. 18, in the 400 block of 22nd Street in San Pedro, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.

Officers responded to a shooting call about 12:45 a.m. and found Crumb on the ground with several gunshot wounds, according to an LAPD news release.

Paramedics were called and the victim was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

During the investigation, detectives learned Crumb was standing on the sidewalk talking with friends when an SUV stopped near him. Officials said a man got out of the car, approached Crumb, shot him with a handgun and then fled the scene.

The shooter was described as a black male.

Anyone with information about the death of Brayton Crumb is asked to contact Harbor area Homicide Dets. Julie Scruggs or Mike Villareal at (310) 726-7888 or (310) 726-7880. Tipsters who'd like to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

-- Los Angeles Times

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