Tarae Dyson, 21

Tarae Dyson, a 21-year-old black man, was shot and killed Friday, July 23, in the 2000 block of North Salinas Avenue in Compton, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.

Sheriff's homicide Det. Karen Shonka, who is handling the investigation, said Dyson was driving into his residence when someone began shooting into his car.

He was taken to a hospital where he died at 12:41 a.m. According to coroner's records, Dyson was shot several times.

Investigators do not have a description of the shooter.

The incident is not believed to be gang-related.

Anyone with information about the death of Tarae Dyson is asked to contact Det. Shonka at (323) 890-5500. Tipsters who'd like to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

[Editor's note: Dyson's death was not included in the Homicide Report last year. His death was added to the database after the Los Angeles Times learned of his killing from the Sheriff's Department.]

-- Sarah Ardalani