CERES – A double shooting from Monday is now being investigated as a homicide after one victim died from his injuries.
The shooting happened on Malik Avenue near Strawberry Fields Park shortly before 9:00pm Monday.
At the time of the shooting, an official at the scene said one victim was struck in the elbow, the other victim was in surgery.
Ceres Police says investigators were notified January 15th that one of the shooting victims identified as 18-year-old Miguel Peña from Ceres died from his injuries.
Police said investigators are following up on several leads but ask that anyone living in the area who may have surveillance video from that day to contact Detective Jon Vera at (209) 538-5730.
No suspect information was released at the time of publication but anyone with information is encouraged to contact Officer Brian Petersen at (209) 538-5627. If callers wish to remain anonymous they can contact Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 or 1-866-602-7463.
