Christopher Gaither, 33

Christopher Gaither, a 33-year-old black man, was shot and killed Saturday, April 17, in the 6300 block of San Pedro Avenue in Florence, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.

Det. Tommy Thompson of the LAPD's Newton Division said officers responded to report of gunfire about 3:20 a.m. Saturday. They found Gaither, who had been shot several times, on the stair landing of a two-story apartment building, Thompson said.

Gaither was taken to California Hospital Medical Center, where he died at 5:23 a.m., according to coroner's records.

Investigators believe Gaither was approached by an unidentified assailant and shot, Thompson said. The motive remains unknown. There were witnesses to the incident, however there are no suspects at this time, Thompson said.

Anyone with information about Gaither's death is asked to contact Thompson at (323) 846-6556. Authorities said tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers at (800) 222-TIPS.

-- Sarah Ardalani