Overview

• Kourosh Yaghoubi, 63, was killed on April 9 after confronting shoplifters outside the Giant Discount Store in South El Monte.
• The 16-year-old suspect, believed to be the driver of the vehicle, was arrested on April 18 and is awaiting potential murder charges.
• Authorities recovered the blue sedan used in the crime at the home of a relative of the teen but are still identifying other suspects involved.
• Initial reports suggested three suspects were in the vehicle, but investigators now believe there may have been more individuals involved.
• The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is reviewing the investigation for formal charges, while the Sheriff’s Department urges the public to provide any additional information.