Homicide Report > Louis Villegas, 25
Louis Villegas, 25
Died Sept. 25, 2012
Louis Villegas, a 25-year-old Latino, was fatally shot Tuesday, Sept. 25, near Balboa Boulevard and Parthenia Street in Northridge, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
The shooting was reported just after midnight, said Los Angeles police Sgt. Lonnie Tiano.
Officials said four people, including Villegas, were riding in a Lexus and had pulled over to the side of the road when a man approached and began shooting.
The incident was initially reported as a car-to-car shooting. Tiano said that although investigators had not ruled out that scenario, they believe the suspect got in a car after the shooting and sped away.
The victims were taken to area hospitals, where Villegas later died, Tiano said. No other information about the victims or their conditions was available.
A nearby house was also struck by gunfire, homeowner Bilai Wellthy told KTLA. No other injuries were reported.
"I was watching the TV and I was talking on the phone and I heard the gunshots — bang, bang, bang, bang, bang," Wellthy told the television station. "Five shots."
Detectives were looking into whether the incident was gang-related, Tiano said.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Los Angeles Police Department at (877) 527-3247. Tipsters wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
—Kate Mather
- Neighborhood: Northridge
- Age: 25
- Gender: Male
- Cause: Gunshot
- Day of the week: Tuesday
- Agency: LAPD Devonshire
- Race/Ethnicity: Latino
- Circumstance: Walk-up
- Crime scene: Parked vehicle
Five reader comments about Louis Villegas
his killer is hiding in Tijuana
Oct. 17, 2012 at 5:22 p.m.
I knew him! I was ecently told of his death but I couldn't find an article about it with no date details till now. Oh my god I used to hang out with him and chill drinking a 40. He had let his hair grow to donate to kids with cancer. Gosh man this really sucks rest in peace my boy. Much love and respect
Dec. 27, 2012 at 8:38 a.m.
Will always remember you,all silly and always playing pranks I remember when u picked me up but u were wearing some glasses which totally threw me off. Ur like hey girl u need a ride? I was skeptical about wether it was u or not but when u said that I was feeling dumb oh oh my god I'm sorry I thought u were my friend. Sorry. Ha ha then I turn around and there u go busting! Laughing your a** off at me! Man oh man those are wonderful memories my boy I have many many others but wanted to share one of our many humorous moments with whomever reads this. Maybe nerds like me but hey I love u and its sad to know I won't get a surprise phone call from u every year all of a sudden u remembered me and tried my never changing number. Man Louis u have always had a special place in my life. I will stay up and do what I gotta do. Love u
Dec. 27, 2012 at 9:36 a.m.
Here's an update on this case.
http://www.dailynews.com/ci_21795322/lapd-searches-suspect-who-fatally-shot-man-injured
Jan. 1, 2013 at 9:18 a.m.
Louis you will be missed.. Always happy , caring, and loving. You always gave a hand when you could and always looking out for others. I love you and will always be in my heart. I hope they capture those dirty back stabbing rats!!
Jan. 28, 2013 at 9:03 p.m.
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