UPDATE Death of Catholic Bishop David O'Connell is being Investigated as a Homicide by Police - Statement from Archbishop José Gomez of LA, California


On February 19th, Archbishop José Gomez of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles released this statement on his Facebook Page: "We learned early this morning from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's office that they have determined that the death of Auxiliary Bishop David O'Connell yesterday was a homicide. We are deeply disturbed and saddened by this news. Let us continue to pray for Bishop Dave and his family. And let us pray for law enforcement officials as they continue their investigation into this terrible crime. We ask Our Blessed Mother Mary to intercede and be a mother for all of us in this moment of sadness and pain." Angelus news noted that there is an ongoing investigation into the murder of the bishop.
SEE Also: #BreakingNews California Catholic Bishop David O'Connell Shot and Killed at Age 69 -RIP  https://www.catholicnewsworld.com/2023/02/breakingnews-california-bishop-david.html

NEW LATEST: #BreakingNews LA Sheriff Reveals New Details on Suspect in Murder of Catholic Bishop David O’Connell in California - VIDEO

https://www.catholicnewsworld.com/2023/02/breakingnews-la-sheriffs-reveals-new.html
The LA County Sheriff's Office wrote: 
We can only imagine how the community is suffering because of this senseless murder. Bishop O'Connell was a guiding light for so many, and his legacy will continue to live on through the community that he helped build.
Please know that you are not alone in your grief and that @lasdhq is here to support you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we are working diligently to seek those responsible.

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