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The Stanislaus County Sheriffs Department is asking for assistance in the murder of 19 year old GUSTAVO OROZCO (Pictured ).GUSTAVO was murdered on June 1, 2009 shortly before 11:00pm. Sheriffs Deputies responded to reports of shots fired at the 4900 block of Empire Av, in Empire. Upon arrival two victims were located with gunshot wounds. Both were taken to local hospitals, where OROZCO was pronounced dead. Sheriffs Detectives said both victims were at a taco truck in Empire when they were confronted by a group of subjects asking the victims about gang associations. The victims attempted to leave when they were shot. Sheriffs Detectives know there are several witnesses to this crime and ask they come forward with any information they have. Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers and their identity will remain anonymous.