The Riverside County Regional Cold Case Unit is seeking the public's assistance in identifying the family of a victim murdered in 1989. The victim, identified as Jorge Lopez-Serano, was found with a single gunshot wound to his chest in a ravine off Highway 79, south of Interstate 10, in the Beaumont area. Lopez-Serrano, a Mexican National, had a wife and children while residing in La Paz, Mexico in 1987.
"Lopez-Serrano had a wife and children while residing in La Paz, Mexico in 1987." - Mexican Consulate
The Cold Case Unit is now reaching out to the public for any information that may lead to identifying Lopez-Serrano's family members. They are specifically looking for details about missing persons or any other relevant information that could assist in the investigation.
"To bring closure to this case, Cold Case Unit investigators are appealing to the public for any information that may lead to the identity of family members of Lopez-Serrano." - Cold Case Unit
A photo of victim Lopez-Serrano has been attached for reference. Anyone with information regarding Lopez-Serrano or his family is urged to contact Investigator Jason Corey of the Regional Cold Case Unit. All information provided will be treated as confidential upon request.
"Anyone with information regarding Lopez-Serrano or his family is asked to contact Investigator Jason Corey of the Regional Cold Case Unit." - Cold Case Unit
For updates and further information regarding the Lopez-Serrano case, individuals can contact 951-955-5567 or coldcaseunit@rivcoda.org.
"The Regional Cold Case Homicide Team is comprised of members of the DA’s Office Bureau of Investigation, the Riverside County Sheriff-Coroner Department, the FBI, and the Riverside Police Department."