On February 5, 2023, 10-year-old Frankie Frank Rene Rosiles Jr. was killed when a bullet fired from outside penetrated a residence on Alicia Avenue in Olivehurst, California, striking him in the abdomen. He was inside the home with cousins and his uncle when the shot struck; emergency responders took him to Adventist Health and Rideout Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Investigators say the shooter, 31-year-old Juan Martin Ortiz, had been involved earlier that day in a physical altercation at the same house with Frankie’s uncle, Michael Ramirez Sr. Ortiz left after being beaten unconscious, returned later and fired multiple shots into the home. People inside the residence returned fire, injuring Ortiz, who was later apprehended after abandoning his vehicle and fleeing on foot. Ortiz has been charged with murder, shooting at an inhabited dwelling, and being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.

Frankie’s family described him as a loving, caring, funny child who did well in school and enjoyed playing baseball. If anyone has information about the events that day or knew Frankie, please share what you know.