Dimas Penaloza-Quiroz, a 28-year-old resident of Long Beach, California, was fatally shot on July 21, 2019. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, around 2 a.m., in the 1200 block of Molina Avenue. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner records, Penaloza-Quiroz sustained a gunshot wound to his upper torso. Long Beach Police officers responded to reports of a man with a gunshot wound and found Penaloza-Quiroz at the scene.
He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 3:03 a.m.
The investigation revealed that Penaloza-Quiroz had been involved in an argument with at least one other individual, which escalated into the fatal shooting. The suspect fled the scene on foot, and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. However, investigators have suggested that the incident may be gang-related. Despite efforts to identify and apprehend the suspect, no arrests have been made in connection with the case. The Long Beach Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward, offering anonymity through Crime Stoppers.
The tragic death of Dimas Penaloza-Quiroz has left a void in the community, and the ongoing investigation highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in solving such cases. The lack of a clear motive and the suspect's swift escape have complicated the investigation, leaving many questions unanswered. The community and authorities continue to seek justice for Penaloza-Quiroz, hoping that new leads or information will eventually lead to the resolution of this case.
