On March 15, 2023, a fatal shooting occurred in the 1100 block of Lassen Avenue in south Modesto, California, resulting in the deaths of Gerardo Torres, 37, and Eddie Hernandez, 54. Both men were residents of the neighborhood and had a longstanding feud, which escalated into a violent confrontation that evening.
The incident involved a shootout between two groups, with both Torres and Hernandez sustaining fatal gunshot wounds.
Two other individuals were also injured in the exchange but survived with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators believe that all four individuals involved were armed and exchanged gunfire during the altercation.
Authorities have indicated that the shooting stemmed from an ongoing dispute between Torres and Hernandez. As both primary individuals involved in the altercation are deceased, the case has been closed without any arrests. The Modesto Police Department has determined that Hernandez and Torres shot each other, and no further suspects are being sought in connection with this incident.
