On January 10, 2023, at approximately 2:30 a.m., 20-year-old Keijuan Franklin was fatally shot in the garage of a residence on the 4700 block of Nogal Street in San Diego's Lincoln Park neighborhood. Two teenagers, a 16-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy, also sustained gunshot wounds during the incident but survived with non-life-threatening injuries.
According to reports, Franklin had visited the residence with a friend, possibly to celebrate the friend's birthday.
He was last in contact with his girlfriend, Jasmine, around 6 p.m. on January 9, when he mentioned waiting for a ride and that his phone battery was low. This was their final conversation before the shooting occurred.
San Diego Police Department investigators indicated that a lone male suspect dressed in dark clothing was seen fleeing the scene on foot. They suggested there might be a relationship between the suspect and the victims, though specific details were not disclosed. As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made, and the suspect remains unidentified. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the case to contact the San Diego Police Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers.
Franklin's death has left his family and loved ones devastated. His girlfriend, Jasmine, described him as a devoted father to their 2-year-old daughter and expressed profound grief over his loss. She appealed to the public for any information that could lead to the apprehension of the perpetrator, emphasizing the impact on their family and the need for justice.
The community continues to mourn Franklin's untimely death, and authorities are actively seeking leads to solve the case. The investigation remains ongoing, with law enforcement officials encouraging anyone with relevant information to come forward to aid in bringing the responsible individual to justice.
