Walter Jaminson, 42
Walter Jaminson, a 42-year-old white male, was fatally wounded on Saturday, June 8 in the 1600 block of North Wilmington Boulevard in Wilmington, according to L.A. County coroner’s records.
Around 8 a.m., Jaminson was walking his pit bull when a person drove up in a dark SUV and fired shots, striking Jaminson in the torso, said LAPD Det. Julie Scruggs with the Harbor division.
Jaminson collapsed on the sidewalk and was taken to a hospital where he died at 9:28 a.m., according to coroner's records.
The dog was not injured and is now in the care of family members.
Detectives are seeking witnesses to the shooting.
Anyone with information is asked to call LAPD Det. Greg Halka at (310) 726-7886. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
-- Nicole Santa Cruz
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