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Lakewood Triple Killing Ruled Family Murder-Suicide as Authorities Identify Victims

Detectives named Hector Lionel Alfaro as the shooter, with no outstanding suspect.

Overview

  • The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said 52-year-old Hector Lionel Alfaro fatally shot his 48-year-old wife and 17-year-old daughter before killing himself.
  • Deputies responded around 7:55–8:00 a.m. on Jan. 15 to a home on the 5800 block of Lorelei Avenue after a report of an assault with a deadly weapon.
  • A 19-year-old daughter escaped unharmed and told investigators her father fired at her before he died by suicide nearby, according to the sheriff’s department.
  • Two firearms were recovered at the scene, and officials reported no ongoing threat to the public.
  • The investigation continues, and anyone with information is urged to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500 or submit tips anonymously via Crime Stoppers.