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Jason Pervis Randle, 21

Jason Pervis Randle (2010-08-07)

Jason Randle, a 21-year-old black man, was fatally shot Saturday, Aug. 7, in the 7000 block of South Hoover Street in Vermont-Slauson, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.

Police received a call of "shots fired, victim down" about 11:30 p.m., said L.A. Police Department Criminal Gangs and Homicide Det. Refugio Garza, who is handling the investigation.

When authorities arrived, they found Randle in the back of his apartment complex with several gunshot wounds. He was taken to California Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, Garza said.

Investigators believe someone confronted Randle before the shooting.

Anyone with information about the Randle's death is asked to contact Garza or Doug Pierce at (213) 485-1385. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (800-222-8477).

-- Sarah Ardalani

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