On July 15, 2018, 19-year-old Everardo Anguiano of Planada, California, was found suffering from a gunshot wound in the 60 block of South Plainsburg Road. Merced County Sheriff’s deputies responded and Anguiano died at the scene.

Investigators described the death as a targeted shooting and appealed to the public for information. Detectives conducted interviews and followed leads; the case received regional attention as family and community members sought answers.

A suspect was later identified, arrested and charged in connection with the killing. If anyone knew Everardo, saw activity near South Plainsburg Road on July 15, 2018, or has information that could help, please come forward.