A vigil was held at Monterey Park Metropolis Corridor in a single day for the victims of Saturday's taking pictures at a dance studio that killed 11 individuals. Some who survived the assault had been there, reuniting with different survivors for the primary time because the bloodbath.
Daniel Hsiu stated he is fortunate he survived. He noticed his buddies die in entrance of him from the hail of gunfire.
When he closes his eyes, he stated he nonetheless sees scenes of taking pictures, blood and other people working.
"My reminiscence will not go away," Hsiu stated.
The taking pictures, which additionally injured 9 individuals, has shocked town's giant Asian American group, however they continue to be resilient. Tristan Cabral, who grew up in Monterey Park, known as it a "sacred place." He emigrated from the Philippines to town at a younger age together with his household and stated his love for Monterey Park — a haven of acceptance for Asian immigrants like his household — has solely grown because the weekend's tragedy.
The names of the 11 individuals who had been killed had been launched Tuesday by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Workplace. They vary in age from 57-76.
Among the many useless are 72-year-old Ming Ma, who managed the Star Ballroom Dance Studio. Diana Tom, 70, a grandmother, was additionally killed. Her household stated she "liked to bounce." My Nhan, 65, additionally died. Her family members stated her smile was heat and her kindness was contagious.
Lilan Li, 63; Xiujuan Yu, 57; Muoi Ung, 67; Hongying Jian, 62; Yu Kao, 72; Chia Yau, 76; Valentino Alvero, 68; and Wen Yu, 64, had been additionally killed within the taking pictures.
Investigators recognized the suspected gunman as 72-year-old Huu Can Tran. After they searched his dwelling after the assault, they discovered a rifle and a whole lot of rounds of ammunition.
Police additionally recovered 42 shell casings on the scene of the taking pictures, which occurred whereas individuals had been celebrating the Lunar New 12 months.
A motive for the assault stays unknown.