Introduction to the Incident
The man who was killed moments before a Baldwin Park police officer was fatally shot on the job has been identified by his loved ones.
Darius Wong, 43, was shot and killed allegedly by the same man accused of killing Baldwin Park police officer Samuel Riveros on Saturday. The shooting was reported just after 7 p.m. on the 4200 block of Filhurst Avenue.
Details of the Shooting
Wong was in the area visiting relatives for a housewarming party when he was shot allegedly by 22-year-old Eduardo Roberto Medina-Berumen. Details on what led up to that shooting have not been disclosed. Baldwin Park Councilmember Manuel Lozano spoke to Wong’s loved ones about their loss. “It’s hard for them to comprehend, and it’s understandable,” he said. “They just purchased this home; they were having a housewarming party. And the devastation that occurred obviously affected this family and has the entire block. A lot of the residents are very close.”
Response and Aftermath
Residents in the area called 911 to report the initial shooting, prompting Riveros and fellow officer Anthony Pimentel to respond. Upon arriving, the officers were met with gunfire by Medina-Berumen, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The officers were able to fire back, and all three individuals were taken to the hospital. A 22-year-old man accused of shooting and killing a Baldwin Park police officer had no criminal history. Riveros died of his injuries and Pimentel has since been released from the hospital. Medina-Berumen was in stable condition, pending transfer to a jail.
Charges and Investigation
The suspect faces charges of murder in connection with the deaths of Wong and Riveros. He is being held on a $4 million bond. Anyone with information on the case is urged to call the LASD’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Anonymous tips can be made by contacting Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.
Conclusion
The tragic events that unfolded in Baldwin Park have left a community in mourning, with the loss of both a civilian and a police officer. As the investigation continues, it is essential for the community to come together to support the families of the victims and to seek justice.
FAQs
- Q: Who was the man killed before the police officer?
- A: Darius Wong, 43, was identified as the man killed before the police officer.
- Q: Who is accused of the shootings?
- A: Eduardo Roberto Medina-Berumen, 22, is accused of shooting and killing both Darius Wong and police officer Samuel Riveros.
- Q: What is the current status of the suspect?
- A: Medina-Berumen is in stable condition and is pending transfer to a jail, facing charges of murder with a $4 million bond.
- Q: How can one provide information about the case?
- A: Individuals can call the LASD’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500 or provide anonymous tips by contacting Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.
