Riverside County Authorities Seek Help to Solve 2020 Murders of 7 People at Illegal Marijuana Growing Operation
Investigation Ongoing for Over 4 Years
Authorities in Riverside County are seeking help to solve the 2020 murders of seven people who were shot at a suspected illegal marijuana growing operation. The killings occurred on September 7, 2020, in the community of Aguanga.
Discovery of Bodies and Evidence
The seven victims, most of whom were killed in their sleep, were discovered at a residence after what investigators believed was a home invasion robbery. The victims were found at a residence in the Inland Empire property east of Temecula. The property was found to have over 1,000 marijuana plants and hundreds of pounds of processed marijuana.
Investigation Updates
Over the past four years, multiple leads have been identified and followed up on by the investigative team. Investigators believe that this was a targeted incident involving gang members of Laotian descent from the San Diego area.
Call for Tips and Information
At a recent news conference, the Riverside County sheriff asked anyone with information about the killings to come forward. Anyone with information was asked to contact 951-955-2777 or vmmagana@riversidesheriff.org.
FAQs
Q: What happened on September 7, 2020?
A: Seven people were shot and killed at a suspected illegal marijuana growing operation in Aguanga, Riverside County.
Q: What was the motive behind the killings?
A: Investigators believe that this was a targeted incident involving gang members of Laotian descent from the San Diego area.
Q: What is being done to solve the case?
A: The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has been investigating the case for over 4 years, following up on multiple leads and seeking tips and information from the public.
Q: How can I provide information about the case?
A: Anyone with information can contact the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department at 951-955-2777 or vmmagana@riversidesheriff.org.
