Avery Newman Obituary, Death – County officials have identified one of the people who died following a shooting outside a restaurant in the Manchester Square area of Los Angeles earlier this week.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that the victim was 36-year-old Avery Newman. Authorities said Newman was one of several people hurt during the incident, which took place Sunday evening along Manchester Boulevard, near Normandie Avenue.
According to a spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department, officers were called to the area at about 6:45 p.m. after reports of gunfire. When police arrived, they found multiple individuals who had been injured while waiting outside a local eatery. Emergency responders were dispatched to provide assistance and secure the scene.
Investigators said that two suspects approached the group on foot and opened fire before leaving the area. Authorities have not released information about the suspects or a possible motive, and no arrests have been announced. Police are continuing to review evidence and speak with witnesses as part of the ongoing investigation.
A total of five people were reported injured during the incident. Four of the victims were transported by ambulance to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. Newman was taken to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries, according to the medical examiner’s office.
Police said a fifth individual arrived at a hospital by private vehicle and was treated for injuries that were not considered life-threatening. Officials indicated that this person was in stable condition, along with some of the other survivors. No additional updates on the remaining victims’ conditions have been provided.
The shooting occurred in the Manchester Square neighborhood, a residential and commercial area in South Los Angeles. Residents and business owners in the area expressed concern following the incident, noting the impact such events can have on community safety and peace of mind. Authorities often encourage anyone who may have been in the area at the time to share information that could help investigators.
Law enforcement officials have emphasized that the investigation is still in its early stages. Detectives are working to piece together what happened before and after the shooting, including reviewing any available surveillance footage and speaking with people who were nearby.
The Los Angeles Police Department urged members of the public with information to contact them through official channels. Tips can often be provided anonymously, and police say even small details may be helpful.
As the investigation continues, authorities said additional information will be released when appropriate. In the meantime, community leaders have encouraged residents to support one another and to remain alert while officials work to address concerns related to public safety.
Officials extended their condolences to the family and friends of Avery Newman and acknowledged the distress such incidents cause for those directly affected and for the wider community.
