Indio, California – A jury’s decision to sentence Jose Vladimir Larin Garcia to death for the execution-style murders of four individuals in Palm Springs in 2019 was affirmed by Judge Anthony Villalobos. The victims, Carlos Campos-Rivera, Yuliana Garcia, Jacob Montgomery, and Juan Duarte-Raya, tragically lost their lives at the hands of Larin Garcia on February 3, 2019.
Larin Garcia shot Campos-Rivera in a heinous act of violence, resulting in a fatal gunshot to the head, while riding in a car with three other victims. The horrific events unfolded as the car, carrying the victims, was discovered with targeted gunshot wounds to the head on Sunny Dunes Road after Larin Garcia’s murderous rampage.
After attempting to evade capture by hiding under a truck, the suspect was apprehended with the victims’ blood spattered on him. Subsequently, Larin Garcia was charged with the murders, leading to a lengthy legal process that culminated in the jury’s decision to recommend the death penalty in February 2023.
District Attorney Mike Hestrin highlighted the gravity of the crimes committed by Larin Garcia, emphasizing the profound impact on the victims’ families and the community at large. The prosecution, led by Deputy DA Samantha Paixao, sought justice for the victims, including Yuliana Garcia, who was pregnant at the time of her death.
The emotional toll of the senseless murders was felt deeply by the families of the victims, who expressed gratitude for the support they received during the legal proceedings. Maria Morales, the mother of Yuliana Garcia, acknowledged the unwavering assistance of Victim Service Specialist Glenda Escobedo and DDA Samantha Paixao in their pursuit of justice.
The devastating loss of five lives in the Palm Springs area left a void in the hearts of loved ones, as the victims hailed from different cities within the region. As the community grapples with the aftermath of this tragic event, the legal process continues to unfold in pursuit of justice for those affected by the senseless violence perpetrated by Larin Garcia.