URGENT UPDATE: A 19-year-old man from Newhall has been arrested again on murder charges, just days after his initial arrest. Alejandro Trujillo was taken into custody by detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) at 10 a.m. on Monday, marking a significant escalation in a developing homicide investigation.
This latest arrest occurs amid ongoing inquiries into a tragic shooting incident that occurred last year, which left two men dead near a home on Dewolfe Road following a Halloween party. Elijah Harts, 30, and Anthony Mora, 27, were both victims of this shocking crime, which remains unsolved. Authorities have not released details about suspects or motives, intensifying public concern and speculation.
Trujillo is currently being held on a staggering $2 million bail and is scheduled to appear at the San Fernando Courthouse on Wednesday. His initial arrest occurred on January 27, 2025, when he was picked up on suspicion of murder but was released two days later due to insufficient evidence for a criminal complaint.
Detectives have indicated that any further information about the arrests will not be disclosed at this time, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation. This has raised questions among community members who are eager for answers regarding the past incidents, including Trujillo’s previous run-ins with law enforcement.
In a prior case, Trujillo faced charges of battery on school grounds for an assault at Hart High School, for which he accepted a plea deal that included anger-management classes. Court records also suggest he was linked to gang activities in the area, although no formal charges arose from those incidents.
The LASD is urging anyone with information regarding the murders to reach out to their Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) or through their mobile app.
As this situation continues to develop, the community remains on edge, awaiting answers and justice for the victims of this violent crime. Keep following for the latest updates as more details emerge in this urgent case.
