Angel Joseph Berrios III, a 1-year-old boy, tragically lost his life on April 8, 2010, in Alhambra, California. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at a residence on South Sierra Vista Avenue. According to reports, the young boy was fatally shot by his father, Angel Berrios Jr., who also killed the boy’s mother, Natasha Katherine Cobian, before taking his own life.
The case was initially reported as a possible suicide, but upon further investigation, it was determined to be a murder-suicide.
Angel Berrios Jr., who was 24 years old at the time, had been struggling with substance abuse and depression. He had recently moved into his mother’s home with his girlfriend, Natasha, and their children in an attempt to get sober. On the night of the incident, family members were awakened by gunshots and discovered the bodies of Angel Berrios Jr., Natasha, and their son, Angel Joseph Berrios III, in a bedroom. Berrios Jr.’s 16-year-old sister witnessed him holding a gun and was told to leave the room before he took his own life.
The investigation revealed that Berrios Jr. had been feeling overwhelmed and depressed due to his unemployment and the impending birth of another child. Friends and family described him as a “good kid” who was struggling with the pressures of life. The Los Angeles County Department of Coroner identified the victims and confirmed that Natasha was pregnant at the time of her death. The case was a devastating blow to the community, with many neighbors and friends expressing shock and disbelief at the tragic events.
No arrests were made in connection with the deaths, as the primary suspect, Angel Berrios Jr., was deceased. The investigation concluded that the incident was a murder-suicide, and there were no further suspects or litigations related to the case. The tragic loss of Angel Joseph Berrios III and his family remains a somber reminder of the impact of mental health struggles and the importance of seeking help in times of crisis.
