On October 14, 2019, Mor Hang, an 81-year-old resident of Dorris, California, was tragically killed in a double homicide. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning in the Pleasant Valley Highlands area, near the Oregon-California border. The Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office responded to a call about a possible robbery and shooting on Hilltop Road. Upon arrival, deputies discovered two women with gunshot wounds. Mor Hang was found deceased at the scene, while the other victim, 49-year-old Rosey Vang from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was transported to a local fire station but later succumbed to her injuries.
Autopsies conducted on both victims revealed that they died from one or more gunshot wounds, and their deaths were ruled as homicides. The investigation into the double homicide has been extensive, with the Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office conducting numerous interviews and re-interviewing individuals who were in the area at the time of the incident. Despite these efforts, no suspects have been identified, and the motive for the crime remains unclear. Authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that they do not believe the attack was random and that there is no immediate danger to the public.
The case has garnered significant attention, with the Sheriff's Office's Major Crimes Unit working diligently to follow up on leads and analyze physical evidence collected from the scene. However, as of now, there have been no arrests, and the investigation is ongoing. The community of Dorris has been advised to remain vigilant, secure their properties, and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The tragic deaths of Mor Hang and Rosey Vang have left a profound impact on their families and the local community, as they continue to seek justice for the victims.
