Martin Trujillo was found shot to death in the 10900 block of Flower Avenue in Stanton around 10 p.m. Friday.
Orange County Sheriff's investigators say the 30-year-old was a known gang member and that they believe his slaying was gang-related.
However, deputies added the area where Trujillo's body was discovered is not rival gang territory and that he knew the neighborhood well.
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The Orange County Register reports Trujillo was jailed Aug. 11 on suspicion of possessing a controlled substance and was released on Aug. 27.
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