Freddy Jesus Rosas, a 28-year-old resident of Whittier, California, was tragically shot and killed on May 24, 2019. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, around 2 a.m., in the 14100 block of Mulberry Drive, an unincorporated area of Whittier. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner, Rosas was walking near his home when he was shot. He managed to run about 100 yards before collapsing on the sidewalk.
Residents in the area called 911, and Rosas was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 3:08 a.m. The cause of death was determined to be a gunshot wound to his lower right extremity.
Rosas was a father of two young children, a 7-year-old son and a 6-year-old daughter. His death left his family and the community in mourning. A memorial page was set up online to help cover funeral expenses, and it quickly garnered over $1,500 in donations. Despite the community's efforts to support the family, the investigation into Rosas's death faced significant challenges. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department reported that there was no immediate information regarding a suspect or a motive for the shooting. Investigators urged anyone with information to come forward, offering anonymity through Crime Stoppers.
The investigation into Freddy Jesus Rosas's murder remains open. Detectives have reviewed video surveillance from the area and continue to seek leads. The lack of a clear motive or suspect has made the case particularly difficult to solve. Authorities have reestablished reward offers in hopes of encouraging witnesses or anyone with relevant information to assist in solving the case. The community's cooperation is crucial in bringing justice for Rosas and his family. Despite the ongoing efforts, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved.
