Torrance Police Arrest Homicide Suspect

TORRANCE, CA — Torrance police arrested a homicide suspect last week, officials announced Thursday.

Steven Stewart,54, of Carson was arrested on suspicion of murder and felon in possession of a firearm on Nov. 13, police said.

The arrest was in connection to a fatal shooting on Nov. 8 in the 3700 block of Artesia Boulevard, police said. Officers found 52-year-old Damon Toregano of Carson with gunshot wounds. Toregano was treated for injuries but was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Detectives worked non-stop operations investigating the details of this incident to identify the suspect and ensure the community’s safety," police said in a news release.

"During the investigation, investigators determined the victim and arrestee are known to each other, and a dispute preceded the shooting," police said. "This act of violence is an isolated incident, and there is no evidence indicating there are additional shooters."

Anyone with information about the incident can contact the Torrance Police Department at (310) 328-3456.