Marcelino Calixto Pastrana dies in fatal Castroville shooting
Fatal Castroville shooting death of Marcelino Calixto Pastrana
Law enforcement agencies in the Castroville region have confirmed the identity of a male individual who was killed during a Thursday night incident involving gunfire in the vicinity of the Castroville Market. Furthermore, authorities noted that a minor youth is still receiving medical treatment in a hospital setting.
Official dispatches from the law enforcement team arrived at approximately 8:56 in the evening of June 26, indicating the occurrence of shots fired. Subsequently, two people suffering from wounds were delivered to a regional healthcare facility by means of private means. On Friday, the law enforcement officials stated that one of these people did not survive their injuries.
The individual who lost their life has been officially recognized as a 27-year-old man named Marcelino Calixto Pastrana, who resides in Castroville. The other individual involved in this incident, a male youth aged 17, originates from Salinas, and is reported to be in a serious health condition at the hospital.
Due to the nature of the incident, the case has been elevated to a category of active criminal inquiry related to homicide. The responsible agencies are appealing to the public for any information that could assist in identifying the parties involved.
In a statement released, the head of the sheriff’s office conveyed condolences to Mr. Pastrana’s relatives during this distressing time, reiterating the commitment to find justice. They also mentioned their prayers for the recovery of the younger victim and their family, and they emphasized the need for community cooperation to help identify those responsible.
No law enforcement actions have been reported as of Monday. The sheriff’s department is encouraging anyone with knowledge of this matter to reach out to them for further discussion.
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