Jose Benjamin Salvidres, 41, of Hacienda Heights was shot near 17175 Colima Road late at night on May 16, 2021 and later died of his wounds, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner confirmed. Reports say he had been preaching and distributing blessings that evening and was remembered for his kind-hearted nature and dedication to family and community.

Investigators have treated the killing as a homicide; early reports suggested a possible gang-related motive but no definitive conclusion has been reached. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is actively investigating and, as of the latest updates, no arrests have been announced. Friends and family have organized fundraisers to help with funeral expenses and to remember his impact on the community.

Does anyone who was in the Hacienda Heights area on the night of May 16, 2021 or who knew Jose have information that could help the investigation?