Ray Anthony Nolen, a 35-year-old man from Whittier, California, was tragically shot on the night of November 3, 2016. The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. in the parking lot of a Jack in the Box restaurant located on Washington Boulevard, near the border of West Whittier and Santa Fe Springs. According to reports, Nolen was sitting on a curb when a dark-colored sedan approached, circled back, and shone its headlights on him.
A man exited the vehicle and shot Nolen multiple times in the chest before fleeing the scene. Nolen was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 12:31 a.m. on November 4, 2016.
Nolen's death has left a significant impact on his family and friends. He was described as a free spirit who loved hiking, surfing, and the beach. Despite some reports suggesting he was homeless, his sister, Kathy Valdez, clarified that he had been staying with roommates but had recently left to find a new place to live. Nolen's death has been marked by a memorial in the parking lot where he was shot, with flowers, candles, and notes from loved ones.
The investigation into Nolen's murder is ongoing. As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has urged anyone with information to come forward, but so far, there have been no significant leads. The case remains open, and authorities continue to seek any information that could help solve the murder. The community and Nolen's family are still hoping for justice and closure in this tragic case.
