Christian Henriquez, 16

Feb. 10, 2015

Christian Henriquez, a 16-year-old Latino, was shot and killed Friday, Jan. 30, near 11210 South Figueroa Street in Vermont Vista, according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records.

Shortly before 6 p.m., Christian was standing in the area with an 18-year-old man when a person, whom witnesses described as Latino, walked up and began talking to the two, said LAPD Det. Dave Garrido.

The person, who is described as being between 17 and 22, opened fire. Christian was pronounced dead at the scene at 5:46 p.m. The 18-year-old is expected to survive.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Gang Homicide Division at (213) 485-4341. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

-- Nicole Santa Cruz

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It’s been so Long I miss you everyday 💔 I still remember those days when you’d make sure I’d get where ever I was going safe even if it was down the block , the day you left a piece of me was token from me a part of me was gone , I know you look after me all day everyday because through everything I’ve been through something that reminds me of you always comes about , I couldn’t stand the thought of you not coming around any more especially walking home in the sun hoping you’d pop out the no where and buying me my chips and 50 cent soda can 🥺 baby snaps i love you always and forever I wish you were here but heaven couldn’t wait for you 💙 remember me always & can’t wait for you to open up the gates when it’s my turn and we finally reunite it’s been so long but I still remember your face , the last time I dreamt about you I didn’t want to wake up 🙄🥺 I heard your voice your smell the way the air was flowing through my face while I thought about you & of how you probably have god laughing in heaven just brought me piece forever & always I love you your baby girl Val Val 💜

— Valery Aug. 21, 2019 at 3:24 a.m.