Robert Bruce Pangelinan, 39, of Carson, California, was fatally shot on August 26, 2015. Los Angeles County coroner records list a gunshot wound as the cause of death and characterize the death as a homicide. The shooting occurred in Carson, in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County.

Authorities launched an investigation after the killing. Early on, the inquiry faced hurdles: investigators reported a lack of immediate leads and witnesses, which slowed progress. Over time evidence was collected and potential suspects were identified, and the case moved through multiple court proceedings.

The death left a mark on the Carson community and on Pangelinan’s loved ones. Anyone with information that could help clarify what happened or assist investigators is asked to come forward.