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José Tomas Mejia, 50, was murdered on June 16 at Park La Brea as he tried to stop a teenager from entering a building to attack his girlfriend. When the 17-year-old saw Mejia, he tried to take his keys but Mejia refused. The suspect stabbed him multiple times.
David Mejia and Jose Mejia’s brother, Fermin Pineda, were the first ones to be notified. They arrived at the crime scene, but were not allowed to see the body.
Pineda, 32, said authorities initially did not provide details. They were also unable to see Mejia because of the extent of his injuries.