Transient Suspected Of Killing Father In Monrovia Arrested

MONROVIA, CA — A 29-year-old transient man suspected of murdering his father has been taken into custody, authorities announced Wednesday.

The victim was killed Feb. 22 in his apartment in the 100 block of West Olive Avenue, near South Myrtle Avenue in Monrovia, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Homicide detectives later identified the son, Arturo Gonzalez Jr., as the suspect in the killing.

He has since been taken into custody, but additional details were not provided as to what motivated the fatal attack.

Anyone with additional information regarding the death of the elder Gonzalez was asked to contact Sergeant Delia or Sergeant Mezzano at 323-890- 5500. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can call 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.

City News Service