In a tragic incident that unfolded on a South Los Angeles street, professional boxer Mylik Birdsong was shot and killed on Sunday afternoon. The fatal shooting occurred near Watts, in the vicinity of the 1600 block of 87th Street. Detained by several gunshot wounds to his torso, Birdsong, 31, was known in the boxing world as "King Mylik," with an impressive record and a title under his belt. The Los Angeles Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances of the shooting, as reported by KTLA 5 News.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department's account obtained by KTLA 5 News, the incident occurred at approximately 4:50 p.m. when assailants in a dark-colored SUV approached Birdsong as he stood outside a vehicle, with his girlfriend inside. Attempting to run to his residence after the initial gunfire, two suspects from the vehicle chased him while shooting at him. First responders, arriving quickly at the crime scene, took him to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The suspects had fled the scene by the time the police arrived.
Known for his prowess in the ring, Birdsong held a formidable record of 15-1-1 with 10 knockouts and was the reigning World Boxing Foundation International Welterweight champion. His next fight, which will no longer be realized, was scheduled against Gor Yeritsyan at the Commerce Casino on Oct. 26. This bout was highly anticipated by fans and was set to be featured as part of a UFC Fight Pass card, as noted in the coverage by Fox Bangor.
The community and sports world alike are reeling from the untimely death of Birdsong. Still fresh from a victory in March where he won by unanimous decision, the path was paved for him to ascend further in his career. The investigation into the murder of Birdsong continues as authorities seek to uncover the motive and track down the individuals responsible for the attack that, by witnesses informed, involved a dark-colored SUV from which the fatal shots were fired.
