Frank Herrera, 43

Sept. 14, 2013

Frank Herrera, a 43-year-old Latino, was found dead Saturday, Sept. 14, near 47th Street and Central Avenue in Central-Alameda, according to L.A. County coroner’s records.

Herrera was discovered about 8:15 p.m. in the backseat of his car, said LAPD Det. Kelle Baitx in an email.

It appeared that the man had been strangled at a different location and driven to where he was discovered, Baitx said.

He was pronounced dead at 9:05 p.m. at the scene, said coroner’s spokesman Ed Winter.

The cause of death has been deferred, Winter said.

Anyone with information can call Newton Division homicide detectives at (323) 846-6556. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

-- Nicole Santa Cruz

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I just loved this man his passion was working on cars installing all kind of cool gadgets. I watched him build speaker boxes from scratch and do all kind of creative stuff. His second passion was singing he'd sing all day he'd sing to a stranger if they listened and he'd frequent the karaoke bar where he was known for his beautiful angelic voice, now he can sing to God's angels. He loved to make people laugh he'd joke all day long and I'll never forget that laugh but he was not a push over which people often thought he was. He was always willing to help and he was so humble. He had 3 children who loved their father dearly and he loved them he worked hard so he could provide for them. I thank God for all the unforgettable memories and happy that I even knew such a wonderful man. I don't know why anyone would want to hurt Frank and I still can't believe it's true I wish it was a bad dream and can have my friend back. I always knew where to find him (working on someone's car) now he's gone in flesh but never in my memories. I wish they could have spared his life. R.I.P. Frank

— Nan Turner Oct. 4, 2013 at 3:33 a.m.