Jess Carl Gonzales, 43, of Salinas, California, was shot and killed on March 23, 2017 while walking away from the Shop N Save on North Main Street. His death was one of several homicides in Salinas during 2017 that investigators linked to gang activity.

The Salinas Police Department launched an investigation and within a week arrested an 18-year-old, Guadalupe Rosas, who was found hiding at a relative’s house in Soledad. Rosas was taken into custody by the Salinas Police Violence Suppression Unit with SWAT assistance and was charged with one count of homicide plus gun and gang-related charges; bail was set at $1 million.

The case underscored ongoing concerns about gang violence in the city and was a focus for police and the community. If anyone has information about Jess Gonzales, his movements that day, or the shooting, please share what is known.