Joseph Loya, 35, was shot and killed on July 5, 2017, on Fox Street in San Fernando at about 1:40 a.m. According to investigators, Loya was standing in the road when two cars pulled in diagonally to block his escape. A passenger from one vehicle exited and shot him multiple times; both cars then fled. A relative transported Loya to a hospital, where he died shortly afterward.

The LAPD’s Valley Bureau Homicide detectives described one of the vehicles as a black or dark-colored sedan but released few other identifying details. Motive remained unclear; police noted the possibility of gang involvement but could not confirm it. Neighbors remembered Loya as helpful, respectful, and devoted to his parents, and a memorial with messages including RIP Joseph and RIP Joseph Big Chizo was created on Fox Street.

Anyone who knew Joseph or has information about the two vehicles or the shooting is asked to contact Valley Bureau Homicide.