Eighteen-year-old Javier Alvarez was killed on the evening of November 8, 2022, in South Gate, California. Deputies were called to the 3000 block of Firestone Boulevard at about 6:50 p.m. and found Alvarez on a sidewalk with multiple gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead at the scene. The coroner later ruled the manner of death homicide and listed multiple gunshot wounds as the cause.

Detectives say they have not released information about suspects or motives and no arrests have been announced. The investigation remains open and officers are continuing to gather evidence and follow leads. The community and Alvarez’s friends and family have expressed grief and a desire for answers.

If anyone saw activity near the 3000 block of Firestone Boulevard that evening or has information that could help the investigation, please contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.