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CBS News
19 hours ago
- CBS News
$20k reward offered for information in deadly car-to-car shooting in Whittier
A $20,000 reward was offered by Los Angeles County leaders on Tuesday for information that leads to the identification and arrest of the person who killed a 27-year-old man during a car-to-car shooting in Whittier in early June. The shooting happened on June 2 in the 8100 block of Broadway, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Deputies said that the victim, Benjamin Ryan Castaneda, left his apartment and was driving his 2004 silver Acura heading northbound on Broadway when a brown or gold sedan pulled up alongside him. They said that a brief confrontation occurred, which prompted someone from inside of the sedan to open fire, striking him in the upper body. While the suspect vehicle fled northbound on Broadway then east onto Washington Boulevard, Castaneda began to drive back towards his apartment complex, where he lost control of the vehicle, struck a curb and collided with a boulder, deputies said. Castaneda was taken to a nearby hospital where he later died. Detectives obtained surveillance footage from near the scene the night of the shooting, which they said captured the suspect vehicle in the area. During a press conference on Monday morning, deputies said that the shooting happened in an area near Norwalk Boulevard and Washington Boulevard where there was a large amount of people, including apartment buildings, stores and restaurants. Because of this, investigators believe that bystanders may have witnessed something that could help them identify and arrest the alleged shooter. County Supervisor Janice Hahn announced the reward during the conference. It was unanimously approved by other supervisors during a vote on July 8, she said. "For the families that are here today, it's important that the public knows Benjamin was a real human being who had a real family who loved him," Hahn said. Castaneda's mother also spoke, addressing the heartbreak she has endured since the shooting. "My son was robbed of the most valuable thing that we have — his life," she said, noting that he was a U.S. Navy veteran. "If you have any information, please come forward and don't let my son be a statistic, because he's more than that." Anyone who has more information on the incident is urged to contact LASD's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.
News.com.au
2 days ago
- News.com.au
Police offer $500k reward after 27yo woman killed in Truganina arson attack
Police are offering a $500,000 reward following a fatal arson attack that killed a 'completely innocent' woman in Melbourne. On Monday, police announced the reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for Katie Tangey's death. Ms Tangey, 27, was housesitting for her brother in the suburb of Truganina in January when the home was engulfed in flames. Police suspect it was a targeted attack on the wrong house. 'Those responsible for Katie's death know they targeted the wrong house, and they have to live with the knowledge that they are responsible for the horrific death of a completely innocent young woman,' Detective Inspector Chris Murray said in a statement on Monday. Police suspect the attack was linked to Victoria's massive illicit tobacco trade. 'We believe we know who directed this crime, and we know we are getting closer to proving who was responsible for carrying it out on the night,' Inspector Murray said. '$500,000 is a lot of money – hopefully it will encourage those people out there who do know something to do the right thing and come forward. Katie's family deserve answers.' Two men were captured on camera carrying a jerry can, then fleeing the scene in a dark-coloured BMW X3 or X5 after a 'significant explosion', police say. Ms Tangey called triple-0 from inside the three-storey home, which was completely destroyed in the blaze. She could not escape and died at the scene, as did the family's golden retriever Sonny. Police released a digital composite image of one of the suspects in April, describing him as being Middle Eastern in appearance with a slim build and aged between 25 and 30. In June, a house in Dandenong was searched by police. No arrests have been made, and police are still analysing several mobile phones that were seized. An anonymous phone call was also made to Crime Stoppers, which has left police appealing for information about the nickname or pseudonym the tipster revealed. 'We know there are people in the community who have inside knowledge of the planning and directing as well as the identity of those who took part in the arson,' Inspector Murray said. 'We are doing everything we can to locate those people and hold them to account.' 'These people need to be held accountable for the fact they committed a crime, which ultimately led to the death of a young woman who had her whole life ahead of her. 'I'd ask how these people can live with themselves knowing they've done that and I would ask how people who know what the offenders have done, how they can live with this knowledge and not come forward and assist police.' The $500,000 reward for information leading to a conviction is at the discretion of the Chief Commissioner of Police.
ABC News
2 days ago
- ABC News
Police offer $500,000 for information on fatal Truganina house fire linked to tobacco wars
Victoria Police have announced a $500,000 reward for information relating to a fatal arson attack in Melbourne's west early this year involving a mistakenly targeted home. The incident at Truganina on January 16 killed 27-year-old Katie Tangey. Ms Tangey had been house-sitting for her brother while he was overseas when the home was set alight and became engulfed in flames, trapping her and the family dog inside and destroying the three-storey townhouse. Police believe the fire was likely linked to Victoria's tobacco wars, but have said the house on Dover Street was not the intended target of the attack and that Ms Tangey had no links to the state's illicit tobacco trade. "Those responsible for Katie's death know they targeted the wrong house and they have to live with the knowledge that they are responsible for the horrific death of a completely innocent young woman," Detective Inspector Chris Murray said. "We believe we know who directed this crime, and we know we are getting closer to proving who was responsible for carrying it out on the night." An investigation led by Victoria Police's Arson and Explosives Squad has been underway since February, with search warrants carried out at areas across Melbourne in recent months. Police have not disclosed details about any suspects but are seeking information about a man they want to speak to about the incident. Investigators released a digitally composed image of him in April. He is described as Middle Eastern in appearance, aged between 25 and 30 years old, and as having a slim build. At the time of the fire in January, police said CCTV captured two people parked outside the Truganina home before an explosion occurred and the pair left the area. A reward of up to $500,000 has been offered for anyone who can lead police to the apprehension and subsequent conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of Ms Tangey. The investigation remains ongoing.
The Independent
4 days ago
- The Independent
Reward offered in hunt for killer of 15-year-old boy
A £20,000 reward has been offered to solve the murder of a 15-year-old boy who was shot dead in west London almost a year ago. Rene Graham died after being shot at a music festival in a crowded park in Ladbroke Grove on July 21 2024, with around 200 people present. Detectives have released CCTV footage to aid their investigation and the independent charity Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to £20,000 for information. Metropolitan Police detectives have urged witnesses to come forward, saying they believe there are people in the local community 'sitting on the name of the person responsible'. Rene was killed in Emslie Horniman's Pleasance Park at around 7.20pm on Sunday July 21. CCTV footage shows the suspect walking calmly towards the busy park before entering via the children's pay area and shooting Rene in the chest, who died at the scene. The suspect then chases and tries to shoot another victim before fleeing. A man in his 20s has been interviewed under caution in relation to the murder. Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Rene was tragically shot dead during a busy music festival. 'Since the launch of the investigation, officers have reviewed hundreds of hours of CCTV and taken numerous statements from witnesses. 'Rene's family have continued to be supported throughout these inquiries, and they remain understandably devastated about his death. 'Recently, a man in his 20s was interviewed under caution in relation to Rene's murder and we continue to investigate all lines of inquiry. 'The person responsible for Rene's murder opened fire in a busy park where dozens of people, including very young children, were enjoying themselves. 'Officers have appealed to the local community on multiple occasions, we believe there are people sitting on the name of the person responsible. 'This person, who was willing to take the life of Rene and risk the lives of others, remains in your community. 'Now is the time to get in touch with us to give Rene's family the peace they deserve.' Alexa Loukas, the London regional manager for Crimestoppers, added: 'Rene was very sadly murdered last year in broad daylight with over 200 people present. 'Please do the right thing to find justice for Rene, who was only 15 years old at the time of his death. 'Your information could make a real difference, and you may be eligible for a reward.'
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Reward offered in hunt for killer of 15-year-old boy
A £20,000 reward has been offered to solve the murder of a 15-year-old boy who was shot dead in west London almost a year ago. Rene Graham died after being shot at a music festival in a crowded park in Ladbroke Grove on July 21 2024, with around 200 people present. Detectives have released CCTV footage to aid their investigation and the independent charity Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to £20,000 for information. Metropolitan Police detectives have urged witnesses to come forward, saying they believe there are people in the local community 'sitting on the name of the person responsible'. Rene was killed in Emslie Horniman's Pleasance Park at around 7.20pm on Sunday July 21. CCTV footage shows the suspect walking calmly towards the busy park before entering via the children's pay area and shooting Rene in the chest, who died at the scene. The suspect then chases and tries to shoot another victim before fleeing. A man in his 20s has been interviewed under caution in relation to the murder. Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Rene was tragically shot dead during a busy music festival. 'Since the launch of the investigation, officers have reviewed hundreds of hours of CCTV and taken numerous statements from witnesses. 'Rene's family have continued to be supported throughout these inquiries, and they remain understandably devastated about his death. 'Recently, a man in his 20s was interviewed under caution in relation to Rene's murder and we continue to investigate all lines of inquiry. 'The person responsible for Rene's murder opened fire in a busy park where dozens of people, including very young children, were enjoying themselves. 'Officers have appealed to the local community on multiple occasions, we believe there are people sitting on the name of the person responsible. 'This person, who was willing to take the life of Rene and risk the lives of others, remains in your community. 'Now is the time to get in touch with us to give Rene's family the peace they deserve.' Alexa Loukas, the London regional manager for Crimestoppers, added: 'Rene was very sadly murdered last year in broad daylight with over 200 people present. 'Please do the right thing to find justice for Rene, who was only 15 years old at the time of his death. 'Your information could make a real difference, and you may be eligible for a reward.'
