The beloved lawyer and community activist who was allegedly slain by his younger brother over the weekend wanted him evicted from his home, a source close to the victim told The Post.
The heated argument that ultimately took the life of civil rights attorney, Krikor Kouyoumdjian, 33, erupted inside the $1.3 million home on Saturday, days after he returned from a Christmas vacation.
Krikor Kouyoumdjian, 33, was allegedly shot by his younger brother following an argument inside his home. H&KOfficers arrived to the 9000 block of Noble Ave around 1:45 p.m. after gunshots rang out and found Kouyoumdjian dead at the scene.
His younger brother Alexander Kouyoumdjian, 30, was immediately taken into police custody.
The younger brother had a longstanding vendetta against Kouyoumdjian, who had taken legal action to evict him from his home, the source said.
The home was in a trust but the eldest Kouyoumdjian was the sole owner on the deed, and his younger brother was trespassing on the property at the time of the shooting, the source said.
Alexander Kouyoumdjian, 30, is currently in police custody.
Kouyoumdjian reportedly poured his soul into building the home from the ground up, sometimes while sleeping in a tent on the property or in his car as he attended law school while renovating the property.
The home became the site of countless gatherings with friends and featured a small orchard of 35 unique fruit trees, all planted by Kouyoumdjian himself.
News of Kouyoumdjian’s death has sent shockwaves throughout his community, especially at the Center for Early Education, a prestigious private elementary school, where he coached a debate team.
Every Thursday night for the past 14 years, Kouyoumdjian coached 5th and 6th graders in debate, and played basketball with the kid’s dads.
“He was beloved,” said Entertainment Tonight host Kevin Frazier, whose kid attended the school. “He was a special person and that’s what makes this so devastating.”
Entertainment Tonight host Kevin Frazier mourns the death of Krikor Kouyoumdjian. Getty Images for Make-A-Wish Greater Los Angeles“He was incredible and the kids loved him. They just melted into him because the guy was a teddy bear,” Frazier said.
Though many high-profile titans of the entertainment industry sent their children to the school, Kouyoumdjian never spoke about his contributions, a source said, adding that his focus was always on the students.
“This kid was a beautiful human being and we are all trying to wrap our heads around it because everyone loved the kid,” said Frazier, who’s wife also worked with Kouyoumdjian at her law firm.
As the community reels, information about what took place inside the home the night of the shooting is still emerging.
“He is a big guy, but that is one person that you would never fear, that’s a person you would love but never fear. He was a beautiful gentle soul,” Frazier added.
Alexander Kouyoumdjian pleaded not guilty on Tuesday and is being held on a 3 million dollar bail. His next hearing is set for Feb. 2, 2026 at the San Fernando Courthouse.
