Adam Rene Guillen, 21, was shot and killed on January 31, 2020, while with four friends at a memorial site on County Line Road near Hiett Avenue in Delano. At about 11:00 PM a vehicle drove up and someone inside opened fire, striking all five people; Adam died shortly after the shooting and the other four were seriously wounded.

The Delano Police Department continues to investigate but no arrests or suspects have been identified. Authorities have said the attack’s style resembled gang-related violence and that it may have been a case of mistaken identity, though Adam was not known to have enemies or gang ties. Kern County Secret Witness has offered a $3,000 reward. The community has held vigils and Adam’s father, Pastor David Vivas, has urged anyone with information to come forward.

If anyone was near County Line Road and Hiett Avenue that night or has information about the vehicle or occupants, please contact the Delano Police Department.