On June 9, 2022, at 12:29 am, officers responded to a call of a possible shooting victim at John Landes Park located at 2855 Cedar Road in Oceanside. Officers quickly arrived on scene and located an unresponsive 27-year-old Hispanic male who had sustained one gunshot wound. Officers rendered medical aid and despite attempts of life-saving measures the victim was ultimately pronounced deceased at the scene.
Detectives from the Crimes of Violence Unit responded to take the lead on this investigation. The victim’s identity is currently withheld, pending the notification of next-of-kin. This case remains an active and on-going homicide investigation.
Anyone who may have information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Oceanside Police Detective Ryan Malone at (760) 435-4537 or the Anonymous Tip Line at (760) 435-4730.
