Ismael Gutierrez, a 29-year-old Latino man, was fatally shot on June 28, 2020, in Pacoima, Los Angeles. Officers found him on the sidewalk near 12793 Mercer Street around 9:06 p.m. with a gunshot wound to his torso. He was taken to a hospital and later died.

Witnesses said a car approached Gutierrez and at least one gunshot was heard; the suspect reportedly fled toward Borden Avenue. No detailed suspect description was released and investigators encouraged anyone with information to contact Detective Eloy Navarro of the Valley Bureau Homicide. The case remained open and investigators continued to gather evidence.

If anyone saw activity around Mercer Street or Borden Avenue that evening or has information about this shooting, contact Detective Eloy Navarro with the Valley Bureau Homicide.