Homicide Report > Gregory Horn, 25
Gregory Horn, 25
Died April 28, 2011
Gregory Horn, a 25-year-old black man, was shot and killed Thursday, April 28, in the 3900 block of Coco Avenue in Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
Horn and another man began arguing about 5:30 p.m. when the man pulled out a handgun and fired multiple rounds at Horn, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
The victim was struck in the chest and taken to Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, LAPD Officer Gregory Baek told The Times.
Police on Thursday night were looking for the gunman. They believe the shooting may have been gang-related.
At least 63 homicides have been reported within two miles of the killing scene since January 2007, according to a Times Homicide Report database.
Anyone with information about the slaying is asked to call authorities at (877) 527-3247. Tipsters who would like to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (800-222-8477).
— Robert J. Lopez
- Neighborhood: Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw
- Age: 25
- Gender: Male
- Cause: Gunshot
- Day of the week: Thursday
- Agency: LAPD Criminal Gang Homicide
- Race/Ethnicity: Black
- Circumstance: Fight
11 reader comments about Gregory Horn
r.i.p. greg you was a cool dude.... and didnt desevre this.... my prayers go out to you and your family
May 2, 2011 at 2:47 p.m.
Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can't heal. May you Rest in Paradise Greg!!!!
May 4, 2011 at 11:58 a.m.
we`re missing you so much out here Greg! tell the rest of the loved ones that they are missed like crazy also.
May 5, 2011 at 7:24 a.m.
Sad situation, caught got slippin in the baldwin village notoriously known as "The Jungle" smh them boys have no soul..CoCo ave, August st, Chesepeak ave i wouldnt go there if the lord told me
May 6, 2011 at 1:39 a.m.
Much love, we got your back for life kidd.
May 10, 2011 at 3:14 p.m.
this was not gang related Gregory Horn was killed trying to break up a fight and as he was doing so the idiot guy's friend got out the car and fired 3 shots. i hope and pray that justice is served and i wouldnt wish this on anyone even my worst enemy i pray that God be with the young man who did this to my family in this time. gregory left a big impact on a lot of peoples lives with all the positive things he's done he was a mentor,a coach,a referee, a wonderful father, great brother,good friend,and loving son. i know your spirit is alive i love you greg
May 12, 2011 at 9:52 p.m.
Donald Hanson
If the Lord told you to go to the Jungle, you can trust that he will protect you.
May 15, 2011 at 8:12 p.m.
Greg was such a kind gentle guy and hearing that hes gone still has not registered. @jhorn I was worried about u cuz u guys practically look like twins lol and I know losing someone hurts I couldnt find u on fb but my condolences r sent to u
May 20, 2011 at 12:22 p.m.
Did Greg play basketball at Dorsey? I used to pick him and his friend Anthony up in that same neighborhood to play ball with my church team. They were good kids.
May 25, 2011 at 9:48 a.m.
yes he went to Dorsey
July 16, 2011 at 11:58 p.m.
any updates?
Dec. 27, 2011 at 1:56 p.m.
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