Official announcement from the Los Angeles Police Department

37-Year-Old 'General Hospital' Actor Johnny Wactor Fatally Shot in LA While Confronting Thieves

May 27, 2024, 05:40 PM

Johnny Wactor, a 37-year-old actor known for his role in 'General Hospital,' was fatally shot in downtown Los Angeles early Saturday morning. Wactor was killed while confronting three men who were attempting to steal the catalytic converter from his car. The incident occurred around 3 a.m., and the suspects remain at large. Wactor's death has shocked the cast and crew of 'General Hospital,' with co-stars and loved ones expressing their grief and paying tribute to him. Wactor was reportedly shielding a female co-worker from the thieves when he was shot. The Los Angeles Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying the suspects involved in the tragic incident.