Dejuan Henry Bell, 36

Sept. 10, 2015

Dejuan Henry Bell, a 36-year-old black man, was shot and killed Friday, Aug. 28, in the 100 block of East 83rd Street in Florence, according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records.

Shortly after 10 a.m., Bell was outside a liquor store when he was shot multiple times, said LAPD Det. Dave Garrido.

The shooter fled on foot in an unknown direction, he said.

Bell was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 10:25 a.m., according to coroner’s records. Detectives are looking for witnesses to the shooting.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Gang Homicide Division at (323) 786-5113. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

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Dejuan, this is your Uncle Ricky writing this. I am devastated that I never built a relationship with you because of the issues within the hearts of your family. I was an outcast by the Barrett side of the family because I was born to a married man which was your grandfather, ( your mother's father). I am hurt that we are only 1 or 2 years apart in age and that I couldn't be as close to you and my other nieces and nephews like I wanted to be. I thought and still think about you guys all the time. I think of all the fun times I missed out of you lives. It hurts to have brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, that are in existence but have no relationship with. I am devastated that you are no longer here and no relationship could be built with you. I pray that Brenda, David, Deon, and Denisha are o.k, and that God continues to touch them and keep them strong.

Your Uncle,
Ricky

— Richard Jackson Jan. 19, 2018 at 6:46 a.m.