US actor shot dead during attempted car theft

Actor Johnny Wactor, known for his roles in General Hospital and Siberia, was fatally shot during an attempted car theft in LA on Saturday, as confirmed by his family.

General Hospital and Siberia actor Johnny Wactor was killed on Saturday in LA, his family confirms.

The 37-year-old tragically lost his life after confronting three men attempting to steal the catalytic converter from his parked vehicle.

Wactor, known for his role on the US soap opera General Hospital, was pronounced dead early Saturday morning. His agent, David Shaul, described him to Variety as an “outstanding human being” who would “literally give you the shirt off his back.” Shaul added, “After over a decade together, he will leave a hole in our hearts forever.”

Wactor’s mother, Scarlett, told NBC4 that her son was returning to his car after work when he noticed a man tampering with it. Mistaking the situation for a towing, he approached to inquire and was immediately shot. She recounted that the suspect fled with two other men, labeling the killing as “senseless.”

The incident occurred at the intersection of West Pico Boulevard and South Hope Street in downtown LA. No arrests have been made.

Grant, Wactor’s brother, told the LA Times that Wactor had been working as a bartender on Saturday and was walking a co-worker to her car when he was killed. He described his brother as “one of the most charismatic people I knew,” noting that Wactor’s conversations and attentiveness were always genuine. “He lived life his way. He did exactly what he wanted, even to his last day. He walked the walk,” Grant said.

Producers from General Hospital paid tribute to the South Carolina-born actor, calling him “truly one of a kind and a pleasure to work with each and every day.” Besides his two-year role as Brando Corbin on General Hospital, Wactor also starred in the 2013 NBC series Siberia and appeared in two episodes of HBO’s Westworld.

Catalytic converters are often targeted by thieves due to the precious metals they contain, which can be sold for profit.

It’s absolutely heartbreaking to think that someone with so much talent and potential was taken from us in such a tragic way. The unfortunate reality is that incidents like these remind us just how fragile life can be. It’s important to take a moment to honor their memory and send love and support to their family, friends, and fans. Let’s come together to remember the impact this individual had on our lives and the entertainment industry. Our hearts go out to all those affected by this devastating loss. Stay strong, everyone.

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