Tragic Death of ‘General Hospital’ Actor Johnny Wactor During Theft

In a shocking incident, Johnny Wactor, known for his role in ‘General Hospital,’ was killed after confronting thieves trying to steal the catalytic converter from his car in downtown Los Angeles. The 37-year-old actor was just leaving work early on May 25 when he encountered the situation.

Wactor was walking with a coworker, Anita Joy, when they noticed three men near his car. Initially, they thought the men were there to tow his vehicle. Unfortunately, they were in the middle of stealing the catalytic converter. Wactor calmly approached the men, hoping to resolve the situation peacefully.

However, things took a tragic turn when one of the suspects pulled out a gun and shot Wactor without any provocation. Joy described how Wactor stood with his hands open, trying to de-escalate the situation. Sadly, shots were fired, and Wactor was hit.

Emergency responders rushed him to the hospital, but he was later pronounced dead. The Los Angeles Police Department has since released grainy photos of the suspected thieves, showing them wearing hooded sweatshirts. They also mentioned that the getaway vehicle was a black Infiniti Q50 sedan that was reported stolen.

Local authorities and community leaders took to social media and press conferences to condemn the act. Councilman Kevin de León highlighted how stealing catalytic converters is often dismissed as a petty crime. He expressed the need for the public to realize the serious implications these crimes can carry.

Wactor had a passion for acting that began at a young age, with his career taking him from reality shows to a well-regarded role in ‘General Hospital’ as Brando Corbin. His friends and fellow actors, including Micah Parker, have called on the LAPD to ensure the suspects are brought to justice.