Joseph Anguiano, known by his friends as "Quito," was shot and killed on August 4, 1996, in front of his home on Hermosa Avenue in Rancho Cucamonga, California. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, around 4:11 a.m. This case remained a cold case for many years, with no immediate arrests made at the time of the shooting. In 2013, authorities announced an arrest related to this 1996 homicide, providing hope for justice in this long-standing case.
Joseph's murder was one of many unsolved cases that highlighted the persistent challenges law enforcement faced in solving violent crimes during the 1990s in California. Investigators from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department continued to seek leads, and they urged anyone with information to contact them or provide anonymous tips through WeTip. The arrest made in 2013 was seen as a significant development in bringing closure to this tragic event and providing some justice for Anguiano's family and friends.
