Gilbert Lee Johnson, aged 44, tragically lost his life on November 25, 2020, in San Diego, California. The incident occurred in the Encanto neighborhood, where Johnson was found slumped over in a vehicle near the intersection of Varney Drive and Leaf Terrace Court. Responding to multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots, the San Diego Police Department arrived at the scene around 7:45 p.m.
Johnson had been shot at least once and was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The investigation into Johnson's death revealed that he was talking to an acquaintance when another vehicle approached. The driver of this vehicle exited and fired several rounds at Johnson before fleeing the scene in an older model white four-door BMW sedan with black mirrors and a moon/sunroof. The suspect was described as wearing all dark clothing. Despite efforts by the San Diego Police Department’s Homicide Unit and San Diego County Crime Stoppers, the suspect remains unidentified, and the case is still unsolved.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the San Diego Police Department has been actively seeking assistance from the public to identify and locate the suspect responsible for Johnson's murder. A reward of $1,000 has been offered for information leading to the arrest of the perpetrator. The investigation remains open, and authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward.
The tragic death of Gilbert Lee Johnson has left a significant impact on his community, and the ongoing investigation highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in solving such cases. The San Diego Police Department remains committed to bringing justice to Johnson and his family, and they continue to seek any leads that may help solve this case.
