Johnny Wactor murder: LAPD arrests four in fatal shooting of the General Hospital actor

Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the tragic murder of General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor, who was fatally shot in downtown Los Angeles nearly three months ago. The 37-year-old soap opera star was gunned down on May 25 while trying to protect his friend from armed thieves attempting to steal his car’s catalytic converter. Johnny Wactor’s death sent shockwaves through the entertainment community, leaving behind a grieving family and devastated fans.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) made the announcement on August 15, stating that their Central Bureau Homicide division had executed search warrants at multiple locations across the city as part of the investigation. In a statement to PEOPLE, the LAPD revealed that several arrests had been made and key evidence recovered in connection with Johnny Wactor's killing.

Four suspects have been arrested in connection with the tragic murder of General Hospital actor Johnny Wactor, who was fatally shot in downtown Los Angeles nearly three months ago. The 37-year-old soap opera star was gunned down on May 25 while trying to protect his friend from armed thieves attempting to steal his car’s catalytic converter. Johnny Wactor’s death sent shockwaves through the entertainment community, leaving behind a grieving family and devastated fans.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) made the announcement on August 15, stating that their Central Bureau Homicide division had executed search warrants at multiple locations across the city as part of the investigation. In a statement to PEOPLE, the LAPD revealed that several arrests had been made and key evidence recovered in connection with Johnny Wactor's killing.