Ruben Edward Gomez, a 20-year-old resident of Norwalk, California, tragically lost his life on July 4, 2016. According to reports, Gomez was standing with four friends on the 13000 block of Elmcroft Avenue when a dark-colored SUV approached them around 11:29 p.m. The occupants of the vehicle shouted something before opening fire on the group. Gomez was struck by the gunfire and pronounced dead at the scene.
Two of his friends were also injured in the shooting, sustaining gunshot wounds to the arm and leg, but they survived after being taken to nearby hospitals.
Investigators believe that Gomez was the intended target of the attack, based on the words exchanged from the SUV before the shooting. The shooters used guns of different calibers, and it is suspected that there was a third person driving the vehicle. Despite the presence of witnesses, no detailed descriptions of the shooters were provided, making the investigation challenging. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau has been handling the case, urging anyone with information to come forward.
As of now, there have been no arrests made in connection with Gomez's murder. The investigation remains open, with authorities continuing to seek leads that could help identify and apprehend the suspects involved. The community has been encouraged to provide any information that might assist in solving the case, with options for anonymous tips available through Crime Stoppers. The tragic loss of Ruben Edward Gomez has left a lasting impact on his family and the Norwalk community, who continue to seek justice for his untimely death.
