Oakland Public Conservatory of Music

Arraignment Delayed for Reputed Gang Member Charged in USC Student’s Slaying

City News ServiceAugust 9, 2019

Hernandez was charged July 2 with one count each of murder and attempted second-degree robbery — the latter charge involving a friend who was with McElhaney. Hernandez appeared in court after being charged, but his arraignment was postponed. On Wednesday, it was postponed again until Sept. 9.

Mother of Slain USC Student Hails Her Son as Musical Prodigy

City News Service March 14, 2019

An Oakland City Council member today hailed the life of her slain son — a USC student who was gunned down near campus in an apparent robbery attempt — saying he was a musical prodigy who will be remembered as more than just a homicide statistic.

Crenshaw & Around Local News

Son of California Councilwoman Killed Near USC Campus

Associated Press March 13, 2019

A student who was the son of an Oakland, California, city councilwoman was shot and killed in what might have been a robbery attempt near the University of Southern California campus, officials said.