Rene Angel Garcia Rodriguez, an 18-year-old from McFarland, California, tragically lost his life on June 16, 2020, in Delano, California. The incident occurred in the 1600 block of Ellington Street, where Rene was shot. Despite being airlifted to Kern Medical, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at 10:35 p.m. on the same day. The shooting also involved a 17-year-old male who was found with gunshot wounds in the area of Albany Park.
The 17-year-old was listed in stable condition following the incident.
The Delano Police Department launched an investigation into Rene's murder, but as of now, no suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and the case is still unsolved. The police have urged anyone with information to come forward and contact the Delano Police Department's TIP line. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest in this case.
The community of Delano has been deeply affected by this tragic event, and the police continue to seek leads to bring justice for Rene and his family. The investigation remains active, with authorities hoping that new information will eventually surface to solve this case and provide closure to those affected by this senseless act of violence.
