Mark Burton, 40, of Moreno Valley was found fatally shot in a parking lot behind a marijuana dispensary in San Bernardino on October 16, 2021. The shooting happened in the early morning at about 3:52 a.m., when a patrolling sergeant heard gunfire and officers located Burton with gunshot wounds in the lot at 570 W. 4th Street. He was taken to a local hospital but died shortly after arrival.

Investigators stated the dispensary was the only business open at the time and indicated the shooting might be related to its operations, though they did not release details supporting that conclusion. The nearby movie theater had been closed for several hours and did not appear connected. No immediate suspects were identified, and police asked the public for tips as the investigation continued.

If anyone witnessed activity near 570 W. 4th Street around 3:52 a.m. on October 16, 2021, or has information about the dispensary’s operations that could help, please contact investigators.