Michael AnthonyRey Benavides, 29, was found dead in his car from multiple gunshot wounds after officers responded to reports of a shooting at 702 South First Street in King City on July 1, 2015. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Initial witness reports mentioned three suspicious people loitering in the area shortly before the shooting.

A 15-year-old boy was later arrested and booked into Monterey County Juvenile Hall on charges of murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and gang enhancements; his name was not released because of his age. The case drew attention in King City to possible gang-related motives and prompted police appeals for anyone with further information to come forward.

If anyone knew Michael, saw activity around South First Street that evening, or has information about those seen in the area, please share what is known.