Hesham Farid, 23, of Palmdale, California, was found shot to death in his vehicle on May 28, 2022, at about 6:45 p.m. Deputies responding to reports of gunshots in the 36000 block of Windtree Circle discovered Farid in his car with multiple gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead at the scene. The vehicle had visible bullet holes and the initial call had been for fireworks before the severity of the incident became clear.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said there were no immediate suspects or suspect vehicle description, the murder weapon remained outstanding, and it was unclear whether the shooting was gang-related. The Homicide Bureau is handling the investigation and detectives have urged anyone with information to come forward. If anyone knew Hesham, saw activity in the Windtree Circle area that evening, or has tips that could help investigators, please share what is known with law enforcement.