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Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Seeks Public's Help to Locate Murder Suspect in Lancaster Shooting

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Published on December 29, 2023
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Seeks Public's Help to Locate Murder Suspect in Lancaster ShootingSource: Facebook/Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is turning to the public for help in tracking down a murder suspect, Crisanthony Zavala-Guerrero, accused of a fatal shooting in Lancaster. Authorities have declared the 21-year-old suspect armed and dangerous following the incident which took place in the early hours of October 29 on the 44800 block of Fig Avenue.

Zavala-Guerrero is suspected of killing Michael Carrillo, who after the incident was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. According to the Sheriff’s Department, the Hispanic male adult stands 5’07” and weighs 190 lbs., and anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts is encouraged to come forward.

Details provided by the Sheriff's Information Bureau outline that if you have any information regarding Zavala-Guerrero, contact the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau, Det. R. Lugo or Det. L. Sanchez at (323) 890-5500 is imperative. For those wishing to remain anonymous, "Crime Stoppers" offers a confidential tip line at (800) 222-TIPS (8477), along with digital avenues through the "P3 Tips" mobile application and their website.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has broadened its reach to the public through "Nixle" alerts, where residents can register to get more detailed, up-to-date information via e-mail and/or text. Urgent text alerts are also available by texting your zip code to 888777, standard text messaging rates may apply, depending on your calling plan.

As the search intensifies, the community is urged to participate and share any relevant tips that could lead to the apprehension of Zavala-Guerrero. For more information and to view the alert, visit the Sheriff’s Department Nixle Alert.