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Jose A. Padilla
WARNING: This individual is considered armed and dangerous. Do not attempt to apprehend suspect yourself. If seen, contact your local police station ASAP.
- Wanted For: Murder
- Alias: Slick
- Sex: M
- Descent: Hispanic
- Height: 185
- Weight: 5'05
- Hair: black
- Eyes: brown
- Age: 24*
- Weapon: 20 Gauge Shotgun
- DR#: 08-19-01565
Details
On October 24, 2008, Jose Padilla shot and killed an acquaintance during an argument at a Sylmar area residence. Padilla, a member of the Paca Trece street gang, used a shotgun to kill the victim and has since fled the area. An arrest warrant for Murder has been issued. Padilla should be considered armed and dangerous.
If You Have Any Information On This Person, Please Contact Us
It is requested that anyone with information regarding Jose Padilla contact the LAPD Mission Area Homicide Unit at 818-838-9952. During off hours contact the Mission Area Watch Commander at 818-838-9800.
Anyone with information regarding this crime is urged to contact LAPD. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to www.lapdonline.org, and click on “Anonymous Web Tips.”