Hector Orlando Estrada Maldonado Jr. was 20 when he was fatally shot on September 16, 2016, in East Hollywood, Los Angeles. Los Angeles County coroner’s records list multiple gunshot wounds as the cause of death; he died at the scene. The Los Angeles Police Department opened an investigation, interviewed witnesses and collected evidence to determine what led to the shooting.

Police identified several suspects and the investigation and charging documents described possible gang-related motives; arrests were made and suspects were charged with offenses including murder. Hector’s family and community responded with vigils and court attendance while local leaders called for stronger interventions to address gang violence and support at-risk youth.

If anyone knew Hector, saw activity in East Hollywood around September 16, 2016, or has information that could help, please come forward.