Homicide Report > Donnell Taylor, 47
Donnell Taylor, 47
Died Jan. 19, 2011
Donnell Taylor, a 47-year-old black man, was fatally shot Wednesday, Jan. 19, in the 1700 block of Summit Avenue in Pasadena, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
Officers received a radio call regarding shots fired about 8:08 p.m., according to a Pasadena Police Department news release.
When authorities arrived, they found Taylor shot. He was taken my paramedics to a hospital where he was later pronounced dead. According to coroner's records, Taylor died from several gunshot wounds.
During the investigation, detectives learned a black man wearing dark clothing was seen running from the area a short time after the shooting.
Janet Pope-Givens, spokeswoman for Pasadena PD said, "No suspects are in custody, but detectives are actively investigating" the case.
Anyone with information about the killing is asked to contact investigators at (626) 744-4522. Tipsters who'd like to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
— Sarah Ardalani
Three reader comments about Donnell Taylor
You will truly be missed, this was a great person inside and out why is the question we all wanna know.....
Feb. 11, 2011 at 3:13 p.m.
Man, Touche, you were the one that wasn't into all the street stuff. You are a true loss to our community. This hurts everyone that ever knew you. I wish we knew why, of all people, this had to happen to you my friend!! This is painful as hell!! Rest in Peace Touche!!
Feb. 11, 2011 at 7:55 p.m.
toshay my love did i tell you i loved you aday in aday i will always remember you with the love is poems and the flowers you bring along with coffee you will be missed
lady d
Dec. 2, 2011 at 3:06 p.m.
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