Marcelino Calixto Pastrana, 27, of Castroville has died after he was shot June 26 in the parking lot behind the Castroville Market, 10696 Merritt St.
The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office added that a second victim, a 17-year-old male from Salinas, remains hospitalized in critical condition.
“We encourage anyone with information to come forward to help bring those responsible to justice and keep our communities safe,” said Sheriff Tina Nieto.
This incident remains an active homicide investigation, and no additional information is available.
Anyone with information can call detective Richard Geng at 831-759-7279 or Sergeant Daniel Hopkins at 831-225-4883.
You may also submit information via the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office webpage by going to MontereySheriff.org and selecting “Report a Crime Tip.”
All information can be provided anonymously.
