On September 8, 2023, at approximately 2 a.m., authorities responded to a residence in the 11900 block of South Van Ness Avenue in Hawthorne, California, following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, Hawthorne police officers discovered 47-year-old Cesar Facio of Inglewood inside the home, suffering from gunshot wounds. Paramedics from the Los Angeles County Fire Department were summoned, and Facio was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department assisted the Hawthorne Police Department in the investigation. Despite thorough efforts, there was no immediate information regarding potential suspects or motives behind the shooting. Authorities urged anyone with information about the case to contact the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
In 2011, a federal indictment targeted the Lennox 13 street gang, alleging involvement in various criminal activities, including drug distribution and extortion. Among those indicted was a 34-year-old individual named Cesar Facio, also known as "Tamal," from Lennox. He was accused of distributing cocaine and methamphetamine, collecting taxes from drug dealers, and participating in the extortion of local businesses. It is unclear if this individual is the same person as the victim in the 2023 Hawthorne shooting.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with the death of Cesar Facio in September 2023. The investigation remains ongoing, with law enforcement agencies continuing to seek leads to identify and apprehend the person or persons responsible for this crime.
