Raul Sanchez Jr, a 30-year-old Latino, was shot and killed on June 9, 2017, in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. Coroner’s records place the shooting at about 11:10 p.m.; Sanchez was walking to his car after visiting a friend when an unknown man confronted him in a parking lot. After a brief exchange, the assailant produced a gun and shot Sanchez. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 11:25 p.m.

The shooter was described as a man about 25 to 30 years old who fled on foot. Police have not confirmed whether Sanchez and the gunman knew each other but say they suspect the shooting was gang-related. The Los Angeles Police Department continues to investigate; Detective Jose Ramirez is leading the case and the department has asked the public for information, including anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.

The Boyle Heights community has been left mourning and concerned about ongoing gang violence. If anyone has information about Raul Sanchez Jr’s killing or the man seen fleeing the scene, please share what is known.