A fatal shooting in a south Wichita strip mall parking lot on the afternoon of October 26, 2016, ended the life of 46-year-old Samuel D. Resendez. An argument between Resendez and another man escalated, and witnesses reported the suspect fired two shots before fleeing. Resendez was taken to a local hospital and later pronounced dead.

Investigators identified the suspect as Faustino Juan Martinez Jr. He reportedly left the scene in a white 2010 Range Rover with California plates; that vehicle was later found abandoned near the shooting. A warrant was issued charging Martinez with first-degree murder, criminal possession of a firearm, and possession of narcotics with intent to distribute, and bond was set at $2 million. Authorities believe he may have fled to Southern California or Mexico and continue to seek tips.

Resendez was survived by his wife, mother, a son, and a daughter. If anyone has information about the shooting or Martinez’s whereabouts, please share what is known.