16-Year-Old Fatally Shot Outside Moreno Valley Mall as Detectives Search for Suspect

Overview

• The shooting was reported Tuesday evening, Dec. 30, around 7:30–7:40 p.m. in the 22000 block of Town Circle near the shopping center.
• Deputies found the teen with an apparent gunshot wound, and he was pronounced dead at the scene despite lifesaving efforts.
• Riverside County sheriff’s detectives, including the Central Homicide Unit, have taken over the case.
• No suspect, motive, or arrests have been announced, and investigators say the inquiry remains active.
• Authorities asked anyone with information to contact detectives at 951-955-2777 or 951-486-6700.