Badeker was 50 and from Los Angeles. Authorities say he, Jack Cartegena and Michael Bogacz were inside the unit with Patrick Kevin Spurlock when an argument or altercation occurred; investigators allege Spurlock produced a firearm, ordered the three to the floor, then opened fire at close range. The bodies were discovered several days later after relatives grew concerned and asked police to conduct a welfare check; one relative reportedly received a disturbing text indicating her brother was dead.

Detectives focused their investigation on Spurlock, who was arrested weeks later in the 6600 block of Franklin Avenue and booked on suspicion of murder. He was charged with three counts of murder, accused of personally using a firearm and of having qualifying prior serious or violent felony convictions. Spurlock pleaded not guilty and was found competent to stand trial; the case remained pending with no verdict reported.

Does anyone have information about Badeker’s movements in Hollywood in late July 2026 or knew the four men’s connections?