Homicide Report > Erik Diaz, 19
Erik Diaz, 19
Died Jan. 16, 2010 at 7:53 p.m.
Erik Diaz, a 19-year-old Latino, was shot and killed Saturday, Jan. 16, in the 4100 block of Roland Avenue in El Monte, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
Diaz was found about 1 a.m. with a single gunshot wound to his abdomen, El Monte Police Lt. Michelle States said. He was taken to a hospital where he died at 7:53 p.m.
A suspect has been arrested and was being held at L.A. County Jail, States said.
No other information was given.
— Corina Knoll
Dispatch: 'This was not a murder. It was a very, very unfortunate accident.'
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Three reader comments about Erik Diaz
i just hope they got the right guy..and put him away for a long time.....
Jan. 26, 2010 at 1:30 p.m.
A truly tragic accident. With three brothers of my own, I couldn't even imagine the pain and suffering they all must be going through. My prayers and thoughts go out to the family.
Jan. 29, 2010 at 4:11 p.m.
We are all sad taking it day by day, it was a very tragic accident. Pray every day for my aunt and cousins.
Feb. 26, 2010 at 3:26 p.m.
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