California Tow Operators Pay Tribute To Fallen Operator in Memorial Procession

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Tow truck operators in Riverside, Calif., joined together in a procession paying tribute to operator Jesse Martinez, 27, who was shot and killed Oct. 7 during an argument with a customer, Javier Martinez, 32.

Javier Martinez had called for a tow and Jesse Martinez responded. The argument reportedly escalated to Javier Martinez pulling a gun and shooting Jesse Martinez multiple times. The assailant fled the scene and was captured by police a short time later.

Javier martinez faces murder charges. His bail is $1 million.

Jesse Martinez had three children and worked for Liberty Towing.