Alejandro Sanchez, 23, of East Los Angeles was found dead on March 25, 2022, at 1417 N. Carmelita Ave., according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner. Initial circumstances were unclear, and investigators later determined he had been the victim of a violent crime and suffered fatal injuries.

Local authorities opened a criminal investigation; several suspects were questioned and multiple people were charged with offenses including murder and assault as legal proceedings began. The case drew attention from the community and prompted discussion about a pattern of violence in the area and efforts by community leaders and law enforcement to address it.

If anyone knew Alejandro, saw activity around 1417 N. Carmelita Ave. on or before March 25, 2022, or has information about people charged in the case, please share what is known.