By John Glidden, Bay City News Foundation VALLEJO, CA In a surprise announcement Thursday, California Attorney General Rob Bonta said his office will investigate the fatal officer-involved shooting of Sean Monterrosa by a Vallejo police detective last year to determine if criminal charges will be filed in the case. "[23] Burris also announced his intention to file a civil suit against the city of Vallejo. (Photo by Robert Nickelsberg/Getty Images) RIP, Robert Monterrosa. So the moment we heard he had been hurt in an officer-involved shooting, we knew things werent right. Burris said that without seeing Monterrosa's actions before the shooting, the police's account of having to use deadly force isn't corroborated and Monterrosa may have been in the process of surrendering. The officer, who was in a vehicle, unloaded five shots through his windshield, striking Monterrosa once. GENERAL HOSPITAL Spoilers 2/28/23: Portia Has Another Secret! [15] At no point in the immediate aftermath of the incident was the shooting officer separated from other involved officers. Abrams couldn't be reached for comment Thursday. Monterrosas sister loved the texts and responded a minute later: Just did it.. Sean was that kind of guy. In high school, Sean Monterrosa was an athlete that wanted to be a ladies man, said Rafael Resendiz, his best friend. Use right arrow key to move into submenus. Abrams' office did not immediately return a request for comment Thursday about leading an investigation or the destruction of evidence, while the state Department of Justice had no comment. Hopefully, by the time this guy goes to trial and is convicted, he will go to jail for life, the campaign stated. Will Michael and Willow Get Married on GH? The suspect fled through a back door after the attack, the LAPD said. Paramedics with the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the scene and transported Mosca to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries, according to the LAPD. His unspoken words were: Heres the baton. "This is the perfect example of why police departments should be forbidden from investigating themselves.". Put your hands out.". [36][41], As of April 2021, no federal, state, or local criminal investigation or prosecution is underway. The officer was placed on administrative leave, but as of November, is back at work, according to The New Yorker. [14], Three detectives who were not involved in the chase arrived at the scene, in an unmarked pickup truck. Lives in Barranquilla 70 followers. Bodycam video from the scene outside of a Walgreens in Vallejo made public last week shows an officer in the back seat of the truck firing through the front windshield. [23][24], Body camera footage was eventually released several weeks after the shooting. "Any time a life is lost, it's tragic, and our thoughts are with Mr. Monterrosa's family at this time," Williams said in his message. I post some memories throughout our years together, Melgar wrote, our wedding being one of the happiest most perfect days of my life in memory of the man that was my husband, Sofias father, a friend for decades, my family. One of the officers told investigators he believed Monterrosa had a gun in his sweatshirt pocket and was kneeling "as if in preparation to shoot," moving his hands toward his jacket at their approaching vehicle. A suspect is in custody after an aspiring Hollywood actor was stabbed to death in what the LAPD says was a "confrontation turned deadly." Marvin Monterrosa, 28, was arrested on Jan. 31 on suspicion of murder for the New Year's Day attack on Robert Mosca, 50, police told CBS Los Angeles. Melgar and Monterrosa were married in February of 2013 and have one daughter together, 15-year-old Sofia. Reached for comment, civil rights attorney Melissa Nold said she was thrilled that Bonta has agreed to investigate the shooting but she also expressed concern that the attorney general will stop at the Monterrosa shooting and not investigate the Police Department as a whole. Sign up forPEOPLE's free True Crime newsletter for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. I post some memories throughout our years together our wedding being one of the happiest most perfect days of my life in memory of the man that was my husband Sofias father a friend for decades my family .. a man who never truly accepted his brilliance he was so incredibly gifted . Sean Monterrosa, 22, was killed by police in Vallejo, California, on June 2, 2020. Nold said that one of the two agencies will have to investigate Monterrosa's death, and as of now, "the Monterrosa family has been robbed, not only of Sean, but of an independent investigation.". Monterrosa died a short time later. [31] On April 2, 2021, Nichelini was fired by the city of Vallejo while Rodriguez was suspended for 40 hours. Slumped in front of the TV, Robert O'Donnell watched the images flash by like his own life on rapid rewind. And never see the outside until hes buried in the ground., Robert Mosca was a Philadelphia native whod moved to Hollywood to pursue his dreams as an actor, according to ABC 7. The police later said Tonn shot him because he erroneously believed a hammer in Monterrosa's pocket was a gun. [9] Monterrosa's killing was the fourth time in five years that Jarrett Tonn had shot at a person while on duty, including two shootings within six weeks in 2017 and a shooting in 2015 where Tonn fired 18 times. The Monterrosa family said Thursday that they hope the decision to investigate Sean's death will inspire similar investigations. [2][4], Sean Monterrosa (age 22) was of Argentinean descent. Robert Monterrosa (9 February 2013 - ?) Part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Copyright a360media 2023. The next message, sent just before midnight Monday, was a link demanding justice for George Floyd, the 46-year-old black man killed a week earlier by a Minneapolis police officer who knelt on his neck for more than eight minutes. Other Works | Publicity Listings | Official Sites. Chad Duell and Luana Luccis Winter Getaway See The Pics! [1] On June 15, the Vallejo police union filed a temporary restraining order to prevent the release of the name of any officer involved in the killing. [14] No firearms were found with Monterrosa. We are recommitting to restoration and healing for not just our family, but for every family and community facing a similar loss. Even though theyre out having a good time, theyre like, Lets provide for this kid.. Officials said he had no convictions at San Francisco Superior Court. Michelle Monterrosa / Special to The Chronicle. 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Robert Monterrosa. From 2015 to 2017, Monterrosa participated in the Lifeworks program at Horizons Unlimited, which seeks to help youth develop career and job skills. Please note that this form cannot be used to reset your Google or Facebook password. Melgar and Monterrosa were married in February of 2013 and have one daughter together, 15-year-old Sofia. February 28, 2023 at 4:35 p.m. EST. Sean Monterrosa was fatally shot by Vallejo police on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 as he was kneeling outside a Walgreens and not carrying a firearm when an officer opened fire. North Hollywood Area patrol officers responded to a call of an assault at the corner of Sarah Street and Vineland Place at around 1:35 a.m., according to the LAPD. He used to love reading, and he was always trying to get me to read, Resendiz said. Their father was a surgeon in Argentina, but it was nearly impossible for him to go back to school and learn how to be a doctor again in the U.S., especially with their first child on the way. With our mom as the spiritual center and heartbeat of everything we do, we are working to change that by pushing for the removal of all officers involved in the shooting, as well as an impartial special prosecutor to investigate Seans case and the entire departments violent policing practices. Review. [5] He grew up in San Francisco and attended an arts high school. She is a two-time graduate of the University of Missouri, and has additionally worked at the Casper Star-Tribune, National Geographic and an online publication in Buenos Aires. [47][5], In July and August 2020, a billboard calling for "Justice for Sean Monterrosa" and featuring a portrait of Monterrosa by Oree Originol from the Justice for Our Lives project was displayed above 624 Irving Street in San Francisco. Italy-bound migrants paid almost $8,500 each for 'voyage of death' . In the days following the shooting, Monterrosa's family and police brutality protesters had called for the release of bodycam video. May your soul fly free., I am writing this before actually being ready to as so many are reaching out. Festival Returns To Napa Valley College April 1, Newly Built Modern Estate Compound In Napa Valley: $14M, NorCal Storm Timeline: When To Expect More Rain, Snow And A Reprieve, CA Storms Leave Residents Snowed In, As More Extreme Weather Comes, Snow Shuts Down Yosemite National Park Indefinitely, Napa Valley: Cats, Dogs, Pets Available For Adoption At Area Shelters, Mustard Is Napa Valley's Superbloom: Photos Of The Week, Photos: 10th Annual Napa PorchFest Brings Good Vibrations, 17 Napa Valley Restaurants On 2022 Wine Spectator List. The Los Angeles Police Department has made an arrest in the case of a 50-year-old actor who was stabbed to death in North Hollywood in the early morning hours of New Year's Day. True story: The last time we heard from Sean, he was asking us to sign a petition for George Floyd. Nine months later, his sisters are still looking for justice. Abrams has come under fire for outright rejecting to investigate the Monterrosa and McCoy shootings, as she faced questions about her objectivity in investigating fatal police shootings in Solano County. [15] In a press conference on June 5, 2020, the police chief said that the officers saw Monterrossa running toward a car at the scene, that he stopped, took a kneeling position, and placed his hands above his waist, revealing what appeared to be the butt of a handgun. A month after Monterrosa's death, Abrams' office released a four-minute video in which the DA said she would not be investigating either shooting. [30] Nichelini was served with a notice of termination on December 21, 2020. She learned of his death Tuesday from other Horizon alumni. The release of the video comes more than a month after Sean Monterrosa's killing in Vallejo, California, where residents have demanded police reforms. So please, bear with me., The actress, who has also played Claudia on THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL and Janice on THE BAY, shared some photos of their time together including their beautiful wedding. From an early age, he set his sights on lofty goals. Erik Ortiz is a senior reporter for NBC News Digital focusing on racial injustice and social inequality. Create a free profile to get unlimited access to exclusive videos, breaking news, sweepstakes, and more! He has tattoos, he dresses a certain type of way they would always try and stop him.. [22], The Monterrosa family called for the release of videos related to the shooting, including police body camera footage, video from the police cruiser, and surveillance video from Walgreens. An attorney for Sean Monterrosa's family said examining the windshield was necessary for an accurate scene recreation in his June 2 death in the city of Vallejo. In the wake of protests demanding an outside investigation, District Attorney Krishna Abrams announced last week that she has recused her office from investigations into the death of Monterrosa, as well as the 2019 police shooting of Willie McCoy, a young Black man who was killed in a hail of bullets after waking up in his car. By the time he was 13 or 14 still unable to legally work he became set on helping provide for the family, and created his own off-the-books gig. Even though we got divorced in June of 2019 (for those that didnt know) .. this is an unbearable loss and the pain of acceptance is downright crippling. Best of 2022 Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Top 250 TV Shows Most Popular TV Shows Most Popular Video Games Most Popular Music Videos Most Popular Podcasts. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Most of the time customers let the cute kid keep the money. Matt Cohen Previews His Romantic New Movie. He's ridden high-speed trains in Japan, walked in the Transbay Tube, been tear-gassed in Oakland and exposed to nude protesters in the Castro. They have also lived in Windcrest, TX and Mc Farland, CA. While this road has been painful and isolating, in so many ways, we havent walked it alone. Community activists called for an independent investigation led by an agency outside of Solano County. Robert Monterrosa. Neyland Jr.'s son, Blake Neyland, told Vols Wire his father passed away Tuesday in Marietta, Georgia. Like, he was out there every day, every other day, trying to make things happen., All who have met or worked with Rob knew him as a beautiful person, his GoFundPage stated. Hed always laugh and say, Theyd give me $100 bills as tips thinking they were a dollar, Ashley Monterrosa recalled. But those who loved Monterrosa are surrounded by reminders of his stolen dreams and the future he deserved. Prior to Monterrosa's death, the California Department of Justice had begun talks with Vallejo officials to undertake an "expansive review" of the police department, an agreement announced June 5 and seen as a positive step by community activists and family members of those killed by police. Previous Next. [21] On July 17, Becerra announced that the California Department of Justice would investigate the destruction of essential evidence by the city of Vallejo. The city said the name could be released once the matter is resolved. [1][18], On July 2, 2020, Solano County District Attorney Krishna Abrams announced that she would recuse herself from investigations into the shooting, despite her office's key role in potential criminal charges against Tonn. Later, released body-camera footage showed that the officer realized what hed done and said, This is not what I fucking needed tonight. The disregard for Monterrosas humanity couldnt be more evident. and now .. hes gone. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. [29] Officer Fabio Rodriguez was also placed on paid leave in connection with the destruction of evidence. Earlier this month, District Attorney Krishna Abrams announced she would recuse her office from the case, and said, "I, too, am listening and hearing their pleas for an independent investigation.". The hammer could not be seen in the video, but police on Wednesday released an image of it. Instead, we must show up on an elected officials lawn to have an audience with those paid to protect and represent us. [49] On September 27, after a march from Wilson Park to the billboard, a moment of silence was held and Monterrosa's sisters gave statements. USA. This week marks the nine-month anniversary of when a police officer shot and killed Sean Monterrosa outside of a Walgreens in Vallejo, CA. Visit gatheringforjustice.org/justice4sean to learn more about our story and to take action. Our thoughts go out to them and all of Monterrosa's family and loved ones during this difficult time. And now hes gone. I join Seans family, Vallejo city officials and community members in calling for an FBI investigation into Seans murder, including into the destruction of essential evidence in this homicide case, she shared on July 17. RIP, Robert Monterrosa. I am still processing such a tragic loss. I thank you all for the love and support. . Today, Attorney General Bonta gave us hope that his office is willing to begin that long walk to justice, for Sean Monterrosa and all the victims of police violence.". [11], Monterrosa was killed at 12:30a.m. on June 2, while the city of Vallejo was under curfew in response to looting. So please bare with me. Monterrosa is set to be arraigned on the morning of Feb. 16 in Van Nuys. The footage does include the shooting, but does not offer a view of Monterrosa until after he had been hit. The Ladies of the Lake and The Bay star shared on. Katelyn MacMullen Speaks Out! Kelly Thiebaud Says Goodbye to GENERAL HOSPITAL. [13][6], In June 2020, U.S. Representative Mike Thompson and Assemblyperson Tim Grayson called for an independent investigation into the shooting, with Grayson saying that "it is absolutely unacceptable that the public was forced to wait for over 24 hours to learn of the conditions of those involved in the shooting," regardless of the circumstances. When not organizing, you can find her traveling the world, listening to Beyonce, or manifesting the life her ancestors deserved. But the family has previously told reporters that Monterrosa was declared dead at the hospital about an hour after the incident. Ken., He was not one of these people that sat around waiting for the phone call, Moscas friend, Brian DiLoreto, told ABC 7. We will continue to uplift his image.. An official with the San Francisco district attorneys office confirmed that Sean Monterrosa had an open case for discharging a firearm as well as drug sale charges. They must have seen the light in my brother, Ashley Monterrosa said. Becerra's office did not respond to a request for comment about which agency is leading the investigations. He was always concerned about not getting other people upset.. Officers' bodycam footage was released Wednesday from the fatal shooting of a San Francisco man who police in Vallejo, California, say was partially kneeling when he was killed last month. There was no basis to shoot him. His acting credits included work on The People vs. OJ Simpson and as an extra on Dr. The city said in a statement that the police truck had been "placed back into service without prior consultation with the Police Chief or City Attorney's Office.". Menu. IE 11 is not supported. The officer has been placed on paid administrative leave, along with the other witness officers at the scene. The Bay Area is catching a break from winter storms. Monterrosa was Latino. "I was outraged when I inquired about the truck and found out that they destroyed a critical piece of evidence," Nold said. I am writing this before actually being ready to, she admitted on Instagram, as so many are reaching out. 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