On September 28, 2023, at approximately 12:45 a.m., Santa Ana Police responded to reports of a disturbance involving multiple individuals exhibiting gang-related behavior in the 1000 block of West Central Avenue. Additional reports indicated the sound of a gunshot in the vicinity. Upon arrival, officers discovered Edwin Medina, a 35-year-old resident of Santa Ana, lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to his upper torso.
Emergency medical personnel from the Orange County Fire Authority provided immediate treatment and transported Medina to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
The Santa Ana Police Department initiated a homicide investigation, treating the incident as gang-related based on the circumstances at the scene. Despite thorough investigative efforts, no arrests have been made, and authorities have not released any descriptions of potential suspects involved in the shooting. Detectives continue to seek information from the public to aid in identifying and apprehending those responsible for Medina's death. Community members with relevant information are encouraged to contact the Santa Ana Police Department's Homicide Section or reach out anonymously to Orange County Crime Stoppers.
Edwin Medina's passing has left a profound impact on his family and the local community. Born on February 29, 1988, Medina was a lifelong resident of Santa Ana. His family held visitation services on October 17, 2023, at Family Mortuary in Santa Ana, followed by a graveside service on October 18, 2023, at Harbor Lawn-Mt. Olive Memorial Park in Costa Mesa.
The investigation into Edwin Medina's death remains active, with law enforcement urging anyone with information to come forward. The case is also eligible for the Gang Reward Program, which offers financial incentives for tips leading to the arrest and conviction of those involved in gang-related crimes. Authorities emphasize the importance of community cooperation in addressing gang violence and bringing justice to victims and their families.
