Darrin Lamarr Simmons, 44

June 1, 2010, 9:30 a.m.

Darrin Simmons, a 44-year-old black man, was found dead Thursday, May 27, in the 1000 block of West Poplar Street in Compton, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.

Simmons' body was found by a friend in his residence about 11:25 a.m., said sheriff's homicide Det. Richard Lopez, who is handling the investigation. He had been shot several times, according to coroner's records.

Authorities were called and Simmons was pronounced dead at the scene, Lopez said.

Investigators do not have any additional details about the case.

Anyone with information about the death of Darrin Simmons is asked to contact Det. Lopez at the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.

-- Sarah Ardalani

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42 reader comments

WOW!!I still hurt and still can't believe u are gone Darrin..I luved u n so many ways and for so many years. From being a kid having a crush on u to actually growing up and being with u. You were a gud man to me, u showed me how a man is really sopposed to treat a woman. I remember my granny living across the street from u when i was a baby, my mom and ur mom being best friends..all the way to my dad and big OG Cussin wanting to get upset about me being in a relationship witcha cus they knew u had sum yrs over me til they saw i could hold my own. I really miss u comming to Arkansas to see me and moving me from Georgia to back to Cali and taking gud care of me...I have said all of this to say I really miss u and will always luv ur tall, dark and handsome self...C u when I get there I can u smiling right now.

— Necole Dec. 1, 2010 at 9:51 a.m.

Thank You Venus!!! Apparently, some people weren't loved or liked enough growing up to have a name other than what is stated on their Birth Certificate... Someone's geograhical area in which they reside does not make you a part of the negative aspects in which ignorance can only see. Misery loves company, it's obvious with proking comments that seems to be adding fuel to the fire opposed to seeking a solution (since you are such a concerned citizen). Romans 14: 1 states "Now accept the one who is weak in faith, but not for the purpose of passing judgment on his opinions." We all have opinions; however, I would NEVER inconsiderately post such a thing when a family is left behind mourning the lost of their loved one. As aforementioned, he was not only a son, but he was also a father, grandson, brother, cousin, and friend to many. Sad Black Man I pray for you today and hope to always keep you in my prayers... Proverbs 15: 14 The heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge, but the mouth of fools feeds on foolisness". To further elaborate, Proverbs 15: 28 the heart of the rightous studies how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked force forth evil.

— TiTi Sept. 16, 2010 at 12:18 a.m.

Titi, lets see here, Suit n Tie said "D-Loc" and "CIP 4eva." The term "Loc" is a slang term for a CRIP. CIP forever means C___ In Peace/Paradise. What does the "C" stand for TiTi? Most every street in the Hub-City is gang infested. Lets call it like it is. We are not reinventing the wheel here. I find it highly questionable your "he banged for Jesus" statement. I doubt someone that is a church member would want family making comments like this. Was "D-Loc" his church name? Since when did churches start nick-naming their members? Alternately, Ms. Thickness opening statement was, "regardless of how Darrin lived his life" Does someone that "bangs" for Jesus have people make opening statements like that? Defending their lifestyle choices? I did not judge your brother nor did I make disparaging marks against him. I merely stated the obvious. Gangs = death or prison. I expressed concern and hope that the authorities monitor and watch because revenge is common in these situations. I hope your brother was a good person. If he was, he surely did not deserve this. If he was not, well, surely living the "life" dealt him the cards he was playing. Good day!

— Sad Black American June 28, 2010 at 7:33 p.m.

Darrin was a man of soft spoken words with a heart big enough to fit the world in it. How could someone take another person's life? This i will never know the answer to because I do have a HEART and SOUL. My brother-in-law had everyone's back. He was loved by many and will continue to live on in our hearts and minds as long as we shall live.This has brought so much pain to the family and loved ones.He was a son, grandson, father, cousin, brother(to many)-in-law, neighbor, and friend to many. It seems to be so unreal; however, I PRAY that whomever did this will be caught and the proper justice will served. If you needed anything he would have given it to you so I just can't understand why someone would take his life like that. People this is an eye opener to us all that "HATERS" do exist and they are toxic to our lives. He is now resting and in a much better place. I love you Darrin and you will truely be missed....as he would say "Nat Real!"

— Your Sister TiTi June 8, 2010 at 10:52 p.m.