John Mitchell Givan Jr., 16

Posted Sept. 12, 2019

John Mitchell Givan Jr., a 16-year-old black male, died Tuesday, Sept. 10, after being shot in Westmont, according to Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner's records.

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John was my best friend, I cared for him lots. I believe I first met him in 9th grade during our JROTC class. He was funny, always had a smile on his face,he was kind and everything. He always walked me to my classes and gave me hugs we hung out alot. It's sad news to me. I've been thinking about this alot it's unbelievable I couldn't and didn't believe it was him when I heard about the shooting but... It was. I hope John is happy in the place hes in now. He was at the wrong place at the wrong time he didn't deserve any of this. People don't think twice about the life of others and I just wish this stuff would end. I love John alot and I'm gonna always remember him and the good times we had spent together. Rip best friend.

— Kayla Sept. 12, 2019 at 8:28 p.m.