Elio Avendano, 23, was found with multiple gunshot wounds and died at the scene of a shooting at an apartment complex in Selma, California, on August 28, 2021. The incident, reported at about 1:00 a.m. near the Lakes Apartment Complex, was Selma’s first homicide of that year.

Witnesses said they heard an argument before the shots were fired, a detail that points to a confrontation shortly before the killing. Selma Police responded promptly but Elio was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have continued investigating and searching for suspects, but no arrests have been announced.

Elio’s death has deeply affected the Selma community and remains an open investigation. If anyone saw or heard anything that night or has information about the shooting, contact the Selma Police Department.