Edgar Ortiz-Escamilla, 32, was fatally shot on February 16, 2025, in the 1700 block of Long Beach Boulevard in Long Beach, California. Officers responded to reports of gunfire about 4:30 p.m.; evidence of a shooting was found at the scene and two male gunshot victims were later dropped off at a local hospital. Ortiz-Escamilla died of his wounds; a second victim was listed in stable condition.

Homicide detectives investigating the case have said they suspect a gang-related motive, but the exact circumstances and motive remain unclear. After nearly two weeks of investigative work, authorities identified and arrested 18-year-old John Paul Mcintyre III at a Los Angeles residence on February 28, 2025; he was booked into Long Beach City Jail on murder charges with bail set at $3,000,000.

The investigation is ongoing and officials are asking anyone with information to come forward. If there is any relevant information about this shooting or the victims, please share it with investigators.