Artemio Saucedo, a 27-year-old resident of Wasco, California, was found dead on April 1, 2021. His body was discovered in an orchard near the intersection of Western and Poso Avenues; the Kern County Coroner’s Office reported he had been shot and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office ruled the death a homicide and opened an investigation.

No arrests have been announced. Investigators have described the case as lacking witnesses and solid leads, and authorities have asked the public for tips. Saucedo’s family set up a GoFundMe to help with funeral expenses and have urged anyone with information to come forward.

Is there anyone who remembers seeing activity near Western and Poso Avenues around April 1, 2021, or who can share information that might help identify suspects?