Overview
- Javier Menchaca, 19, and Juan Orozco, 22, were shot to death on Nov. 14, 2021 while seated in Menchaca’s vehicle near 1940 N. Bullis Road and Pine Street in Compton.
- Sheriff’s officials say more than 100 people were at the illegal street takeover when multiple gunshots were heard and the crowd scattered.
- Four years on, investigators report no identified suspects and are renewing public appeals for information.
- Homicide Lt. Michael Gomez urged witnesses to share any detail that could help, and Orozco’s mother pleaded for the community’s help to obtain justice for both men.
- Tips can be directed to the LASD Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500 or submitted anonymously to LA Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or lacrimestoppers.org.