Sergio Rios, Jr., 33, was shot and killed on the afternoon of June 1, 2024, while sitting in a parked car outside his home in the Exposition Park area of Los Angeles. He and his younger brother, 19-year-old Ricardo Rios, were in the 1100 block of Browning Boulevard when a man approached, spoke with them briefly, then opened fire with a 9mm handgun. Sergio was pronounced dead at the scene; Ricardo was taken to a hospital and later died from his injuries.

Both brothers were described by family and friends as close, talented graphic designers and skateboarders who were beloved in their community. The Los Angeles Police Department opened a homicide investigation and arrested 33-year-old Marcos Navarro within a week. Authorities said the shooter had a conversation with the brothers before firing, but the motive remained unclear.

On June 10, 2024, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office charged Navarro with two counts of murder and a firearm enhancement, with bail set at $5 million. A fundraiser to help Sergio’s partner and their twin toddlers raised more than $75,000. Does anyone have information about the events that afternoon or knew the brothers and can help the investigation?