Tragic Incident unfolds in Calexico: Possible Murder-Suicide Under Investigation
Calexico, CA – The Calexico Police Department is investigating a tragic incident that occurred this morning, believed to be a possible murder-suicide, in the parking lot of the One Stop establishment.
At approximately 8:58 AM, officers were dispatched to the scene following reports of two individuals with injuries. Witnesses reported that a woman had entered the One Stop establishment, informing others that her husband was outside, before quickly exiting. Moments later, loud noises were heard, and a second witness discovered the woman seated in her vehicle with a man lying just outside the vehicle, both suffering from gunshot wounds.
Tragically, the woman succumbed to her injuries at the scene despite immediate response efforts. The man was provided assistance by responding officers until paramedics arrived and transported him to Brawley Pioneer Memorial Hospital. Unfortunately, he later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
In response to the incident, additional resources were mobilized to support the ongoing investigation. The Imperial County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigations Unit, the Coroner’s Office, the Imperial County District Attorney’s Office Bureau of Investigations, and the U.S. Border Patrol are all involved in the investigation.
The Calexico Police Department has stated that the investigation is still active, and further information will be provided as it becomes available. The department has also requested privacy for the families involved until formal notifications can be made by the appropriate authorities.
“Our thoughts and condolences are with the families affected by this tragic event,” stated the department.
UPDATE (1:44 PM): The Imperial County Executive Office has issued a press release announcing a "temporary interruption of services" at the One Stop Business & Employment office, "effective immediately."
While the offices will remain closed through the end of the week, the Executive Office says services will be available at the El Centro Office, located at 2799 S. 4th Street.
For further inquiries, Acting Sergeant C. Fraker can be contacted at (760) 768-2140 or via email at cfraker@calexico.ca.gov.
760 News will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available. Our deepest sympathies go out to the families affected by this heartbreaking incident.