On September 29, 2024, 49-year-old Katrina Dawn Serrano was fatally shot in Lancaster, California. The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m. in the 1800 block of West Avenue L-4, where deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department responded to reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found Serrano with gunshot wounds; she was transported to Antelope Valley Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
Serrano was en route to work when the shooting took place.
Preliminary investigations suggest she was involved in a car-to-car shooting, indicating she may have been chased and targeted while driving. The Los Angeles County Coroner's Office later confirmed her death as a homicide resulting from a gunshot wound to the back.
Born on February 1, 1975, in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Serrano was a dedicated mother of three children: Leo Orozco, Mia Munguia, and Santiago Meza. She had a 23-year career with Costco, building strong relationships with colleagues across various locations, including Nevada. Her family and friends remember her for her infectious smile, unwavering kindness, and commitment to her children's activities and community involvement.
In the wake of her tragic death, a GoFundMe campaign was established to assist with funeral expenses and support her children. The campaign highlights Serrano's compassionate nature and the profound loss felt by her family and community.
As of now, there have been no arrests or publicly identified suspects in connection with Serrano's death. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department continues to investigate the case and urges anyone with information to come forward to aid in their efforts to bring justice for Katrina Serrano and her family.
