Coachella, CA – A 17-year-old Coachella resident was killed early Saturday after deputies responded to reports of an assault with a deadly weapon in the 49000 block of Corte Molino.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, deputies from the Thermal Sheriff’s Station arrived around 3:45 a.m. and discovered three adolescent males suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Deputies rendered medical aid until paramedics arrived, but despite lifesaving measures, one of the victims, identified as Alberto Castillo Jr., succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities said the other two victims were treated for their injuries, though no additional information on their conditions has been released. The sheriff’s Central Homicide Unit is actively investigating and has not disclosed details about possible suspects or motives in the shooting.
Officials are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward. Community members are asked to contact Master Investigator Castaneda at 951-675-8262.
This marks the latest in a string of violent incidents investigated in Riverside County this summer. Detectives emphasized that cooperation from the public could be critical in identifying those responsible for Castillo’s death.
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