Jacob Benavidez

Murdered

Jacob Benavidez, a 15-year-old, was tragically killed on August 18, 2009, in Long Beach, California. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when Jacob was sitting on a stoop, talking to a friend. Around 12:30 a.m., a single gunman approached Jacob and fired multiple shots at him, hitting him in the torso. The shooting appeared to be a targeted act of violence, though the specific motive remains unclear. Despite efforts by local authorities, the case has struggled to find resolut ...Read More

Jacob Benavidez, 15 - The Homicide Report - Los Angeles Times

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