Felix Salazar, 14

Felix Salazar, a 14-year-old Latino, was shot and killed Thursday, Dec. 23, in the 1300 block of West 106th Street in Westmont, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.

Deputies responded to a call regarding a gunshot victim at 12:34 a.m., according to a Sheriff's Department news release. When authorities arrived, they found Felix lying on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound.

Sheriff's homicide Det. Traci Gonzales, who is handling the case, said Felix was taken to Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.

During the investigation, detectives learned Felix was walking east on 106th Street when he passed a four-door dark-colored sedan that was stopped in the street.

According to witness statements, as Felix walked by the car, a person fired several gunshots from the passenger side of the vehicle, which then sped away.

Gonzales said although Felix was not a documented gang member, the shooting was possibly gang-related. They did not have a description of the shooter.

Anyone with information about the incident or the identity of the shooter is asked to contact Det. Gonzales at (323) 890-5500. Tipsters who'd like to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

-- Sarah Ardalani