Seven people of Laotian descent were shot to death at a remote property on the 45000 block of Highway 371 in Aguanga, California, on September 7, 2020. The site was later identified as an illegal marijuana grow operation; deputies reported finding over 1,000 pounds of processed marijuana valued between $1 million and $5 million. Among the victims was 53-year-old Khamphour Nanthavongdovane. The others were Vikham Silimanotham, 64; Phone Chankhamany, 54; Khamtoune Silimanotham, 59; Souphanh Pienthiene, 48; Thongpath Luangkoth, 47; and Samantha Sourignasak, 44.

Riverside County homicide investigators described the incident as a targeted home invasion carried out by gang members of Laotian descent from the San Diego area. No arrests have been announced and the case remains unsolved. Investigators recently identified a suspect vehicle, described as a mid-size dark-colored SUV, used during the crime.

If anyone has information about the shooting, the suspect vehicle, or the occupants of the property, please contact the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.