ABC Star Murdered: Suspects’ Photos Released by Police

On May 26, Hollywood was shocked to learn that beloved General Hospital star Johnny Wactor, who played Brando Corbin, had been shot and killed during an attempted robbery. He was just 37 years old. According to reports, Wactor was leaving his bartending job in Downtown Los Angeles when he was confronted by thieves trying to steal his car’s catalytic converter. Catalytic converter theft is on the rise and is becoming one of the most popular types of crime in Southern California.

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According to Wactor’s mother, her son did not try to fight the robbers. However, they shot him anyway and then fled the area. Emergency services were called, but they were unable to save him, and Wactor died in his coworker’s arms.

It has been just over two months since Mr. Wactor was shot and killed, and sadly, the police still have not apprehended the suspects. They have continued their investigation, but are now asking the public for help.

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On August 4, the Los Angeles Police Department released a Community Alert, sharing some of the details they have about the suspects. According to police, there are three suspects they are looking for. One suspect has a tattoo above his eye, as well as a tattoo on his cheek. Police said the suspects were driving a 201 Black Infiniti Q-50 (a sedan) with a tan interior.

LAPD News: Detectives have released a community alert related to a homicide that occurred on May 25, 2024.

LAPD News: Detectives have released a community alert related to a homicide that occurred on May 25, 2024. pic.twitter.com/xIeTng6Nfw

— LAPD PIO (@LAPDPIO) August 4, 2024

Shortly after her son’s death, Wactor’s mother, Scarlett Wactor, shared a message with ABC, talking about how incredible her son was.

“There are not enough words to tell what a beautiful soul he was. He was a kind, loving son and brother. He lived life to the fullest. He set goals and went after them. There is a very large hole in our hearts and lives.”

And, according to multiple reports, Wactor was shot while he was trying to protect his coworker. Anita Joy said that she was walking with Mr. Wactor when they confronted the thieves, thinking that maybe his car was being towed. When they realized what was happening, Wactor stood in front of Joy to block her from danger.

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Joy said that she tried to stop the bleeding while a security guard named Bryan called 9-1-1 and attempted to perform CPR. Despite their best efforts and Johnny’s fight to stay alive, he succumbed to his injuries.

If anyone has any information on the suspects in Johnny Wactor’s murder, please contact Central Bureau Homicide Detective Howarth at (213) 996-4173. After business hours, please contact the Central Area Watch Commander.

We continue to think of and pray for Johnny Wactor’s family and friends. We hope the criminals are caught soon and brought to justice.