Jorge Alberto Esteban, 22, of Paramount, California, was shot on the night of May 8, 2018, in the 14700 block of Texaco Avenue near Salud Park. Residents found him about 10:30 p.m. lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds; he was taken to a hospital and died at 5:22 a.m. on May 9. No one witnessed the shooting, but neighbors reported hearing gunfire and saw a dark-colored sedan speed away, and investigators considered that the shooter may have been in the vehicle or on foot.

Investigators suggested a possible gang-related motive, though no concrete evidence was initially available to confirm that theory. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau handled the case and asked the public to provide tips; Crime Stoppers also offered an anonymous tip line. The lack of eyewitnesses and clear leads has complicated the investigation. If anyone knew Jorge, saw activity near Texaco Avenue on the night of May 8, 2018, or has information that could help, please share what is known.