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7-Eleven Manager Sought After Homicide Investigation Into Employee’s Death

Authorities treat Jessica McLaughlin’s July 2 death as a homicide, with the accused manager still at large.

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The 7-Eleven logo is displayed on a sign outside of a convenience store in Torrance, California on October 14, 2024.
Jessica McLaughlin, a 7-Eleven worker was left brain-dead after her manager sat on her during a “senseless” attack at work.
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Overview

  • Jessica McLaughlin died July 2 after life support was withdrawn eight days following her June 24 assault at a 7-Eleven on Melrose Avenue.
  • The Los Angeles Police Department has classified her passing as a homicide and has yet to make any arrests.
  • Investigators say the former manager pinned McLaughlin, blocked her airway and then tried to delete security footage before fleeing.
  • 7-Eleven has terminated the suspect’s employment and affirmed that it is fully cooperating with law enforcement.
  • McLaughlin’s family launched a GoFundMe for funeral expenses as the case intensifies calls for stronger workplace violence protections.