Roberto Visar, 23, was found dead from gunshot wounds in an alley in Palmdale, California, on the afternoon of March 17, 2026. Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department responded to a call around 12:12 p.m. and Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel pronounced him dead at the scene in the 1000 block of East Palmdale Boulevard, near the Palmdale International Shopping Mall.

Homicide detectives have opened an investigation. Authorities were reviewing video footage and seeking witnesses to establish what led to the shooting and to identify any motive or suspects. As of initial reports no arrests had been announced and no suspect description was released.

If anyone was in or around the shopping mall area that afternoon or saw activity in the alley, please share what was seen with investigators.