Tramel Laqune Kerl, a 39-year-old man, was tragically shot and killed on February 21, 2015, in Westmont, California. The incident occurred around 1:43 a.m. in the 9900 block of South Budlong Avenue. According to reports, Kerl was sitting in the driver's seat of a parked sedan when two men approached the vehicle and opened fire. The assailants, described as two black men, fled the scene on foot, heading north on South Budlong Avenue. Kerl was pronounced dead at the scene at 1:54 a.m.
by the Los Angeles County coroner's office. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, as no words were exchanged between Kerl and the attackers before the shooting.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department launched an investigation into Kerl's death, seeking information from the public to help identify the suspects. Despite efforts to gather leads, the case remains unsolved, with no arrests made or suspects publicly identified. The Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau continues to encourage anyone with information to come forward, offering anonymity through Crime Stoppers.
Kerl's death has left a significant impact on his family and community. Friends and loved ones remember him as a kind-hearted and courageous individual. His obituary highlights the deep sorrow felt by those who knew him, with many expressing their condolences and sharing memories of their time with him. The investigation into his murder is ongoing, and authorities remain hopeful that new information will eventually lead to justice for Tramel Laqune Kerl.
