Homicide Report > Jeremiah Zapata, 25
Jeremiah Zapata, 25
Died April 10, 2011 at 12:40 a.m.
Jeremiah Zapata, a 25-year-old Latino, was shot and killed Sunday, April 10, in the 2400 block of South Raymond Avenue in Adams-Normandie, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
Zapata was shot about 12:15 a.m. after getting into a dispute with a suspect who opened fire and then fled on foot.
The victim was found lying on the sidewalk with several wounds to his upper body. He was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead, said LAPD Officer Karen Rayner.
Authorities have not identified a suspect but said the shooting was believed to be gang-related.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (800) 222-8477.
— Carla Rivera
- Neighborhood: Adams-Normandie
- Age: 25
- Gender: Male
- Cause: Gunshot
- Day of the week: Sunday
- Agency: LAPD Southwest
- Race/Ethnicity: Latino
- Circumstance: Fight
- Crime scene: Public place
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20 reader comments about Jeremiah Zapata
Words cannot even begin to express my sorrow and words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel.. Although no words can really help my Family, the Zapata Family to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead and may the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.
April 11, 2011 at 11:04 a.m.
My dearest little brother, its hard to let go of u... especially at a time that we knew u wanted to change ur lifestyle...u were working and helping out my mom with everything.. Chupa and the guys really looked up to u and I know that they really appreciate everything u taught them. I will remember u always, and even though ur not here physically, u will always be in my heart and mind... I know that u will be watching over all of us and keeping us away from evil.
I love u little brother
April 11, 2011 at 4:24 p.m.
Time has passed but I will always remember Jeremiah as the fifteen/sixteen year old boy full of life and ambition. My condolences go out to the Zapata family. R.I.P. JPZ
April 11, 2011 at 10:46 p.m.
Gang related? Thoughts and prayers out to the family of this misled young man.
April 12, 2011 at 12:45 p.m.
I have known you my entire life and cannot imagine what it will be like not having you around anymore. You were always my cousin, but I grew up knowing you as another brother. You were becoming a changed man who we all could look up to and change our own lives. We miss you and love you so much and we will never stop doing so.
April 12, 2011 at 7:57 p.m.
My deepest condolences to Jeremiah's family.
I thank God for giving me the opportunity of knowing Jeremiah, thank you 4 being a great friend and wonderful person!! I carry your smile with me and will always keep you in my heart!! I miss you and I love you. Until we meet again my friend.
April 12, 2011 at 8:09 p.m.
Jeremiah, I hope your in a better place now smiling upon us. You were a joker and always so contasious with your laugh. I know no matter where ever you are your still telling jokes about the life you dearly shared among us and all the lives you connected with. We were together through some of our toughest times in life while we struggeled to release ourselves from ourselves - while we struggeled to express our pains and our scars. I know now for sure your truly released from any pain any cold of this world and may you now RIP.
April 12, 2011 at 9:45 p.m.
It so hard to know that your not with us no more. It was barely yesterday that we were in school. I hope that where ever you are your happy and that you rest in peace. May you always have that cute smile.My heart is with your family!!! RIP Jeremiah.
Amanda Recinos
April 13, 2011 at 6:57 a.m.
My deepest condolences to his family. It is such a coincidence because i went to elementary n junior high with a boy named jeremiah zapata and he is the same age as I am. Can anyone tell me what elementary n junior high he went to?
April 13, 2011 at 1:09 p.m.
Viva LaRaza little brother. Keeping it real in the hood ese.
April 13, 2011 at 8:13 p.m.
I miss you deeply and I wish that I could hold u in my arms. I will remember you always as a person with compassion towards people and a man who stood for what he believed. You are now with God and I know that you will watch over everyone who loved you. Until we meet again my friend, my nephew love you.
April 14, 2011 at 4:50 p.m.
Does anyone know where is the funeral at? His old BG Home would like to honor him, Please call.Deepest condolences to His Mother and Family
April 15, 2011 at 9:47 a.m.
I am very saddened to hear this happened. I can't remember the last time I saw Jeremiah or the rest of the family but I have very fond memories. My deepest condolences go out to the Zapata Family.
April 15, 2011 at 5:33 p.m.
My deepest condolences to the Zapata Family may all the thoughts and prayer's help to hold on to the memories, and know that he is now with G-D.
April 15, 2011 at 6:10 p.m.
My deepest condolence to the Zapata family, you are all in my thoughts are Prayers. May you find comfort in knowing that Jeremiah is with God and with all of you.
April 16, 2011 at 9:55 a.m.
You know it doesn't feel like your gone it feels like your gonna come back to watch some more movies with me and laugh until we start choking.You were like another big brother for me growing up with you all my life. I'll really miss you and the sandwiches we use to make haha and also the chips and dip but life goes on and you will always be in my heart just like i know you will have me in your heart.Until we meet again in heaven love you. <3
April 16, 2011 at 8:55 p.m.
My deepest condolences to the Zapata family. You are all in my prayers, and I hope knowing that Jeremiah is now with GOD will be of comfort for the family
April 17, 2011 at 7:27 p.m.
It doesn't looked that you are gone. but thats the reality. I will miss you so much baby, that i don't know if i can handle this pain, that i feel right now, nobody can feel that pain only me. I hope i can meet you in heaven baby I LOVE YOU SO MUCH JEREMIAH. you were everything to me.
April 18, 2011 at 2:33 p.m.
I remember our first kiss like it was yesterday :D You were my first LOVE! Everytime I saw you I'd get butterflies in my stomache! U know a couple of days before you past I thought about you over and over again! I wanted to talk to you and tell you that I love you and wanted you! Not a day goes by that I don't regret not telling you! I think of the what if's! You will always be in my heart Jeremiah!!!! Always!!! I LOVE YOU
Aug. 11, 2011 at 9:32 p.m.
this is very sad. no1 deserves this.
any updates on this case? suspects arrested and punished?
Oct. 14, 2011 at 9:59 a.m.
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