Salvador Mejia Chavez, an 80-year-old resident of Oxnard, California, was shot in the head and died on October 3, 2022. The shooting occurred in the early morning on the 700 block of Cooper Road in Oxnard. Oxnard Police responded and opened an investigation that has treated the killing as a targeted attack.

Detectives have been pursuing leads and said they are exploring possible motives and connections while urging anyone with information to come forward. Chavez was described as a well-respected member of the community, and his death has prompted public shock and calls for justice. No arrest or resolution is included in these details.

If anyone who knew Salvador or saw activity on Cooper Road that morning has information, please share it with the Oxnard Police Department.