Beloved dad killed on way home from work as gunman shot at random cars

A horrifying video captured the shocking moments when an armed man rampaged down a bustling street firing a semi-automatic weapon at passing vehicles, killing a father of four.

The attack unfolded on a street in San Jacinto, California, shortly past 7am on Monday, June 3. A witness reported hearing around 30 shots over the course of the horrific incident.

The terrifying event resulted in one fatality and another injury, with multiple cars also bearing damages. The accused, 39-year-old Julio Rodarte, has since been apprehended and faces charges of murder as well as 10 counts of attempted homicide.

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The single fatality, a man identified as Victor Hugo Leon, was driving home after an overnight shift at work and was only minutes away from his destination, according to his family. He leaves behind three sons and one daughter. The condition of the person who was injured is unclear.

Enrique Tores, owner of E&E Tires, close to the site of the shooting, recounted the ordeal. He told KABC: "It's so sad you know, very sad. In the back, there were five or six people working you know, and I was afraid he would get in my business and start shooting people."

Rodarte allegedly initially stopped at a nearby market attempting to purchase alcohol, but he didn't have enough money. He left the store, went on the street and brandished his firearm, instigating the attack.

Once he'd dispensed of the clip, then the weapon, Tores claimed that he proceeded to undress completely. "He was completely naked, and he just kept walking. And that's when they called the cops," said Tores. Police promptly arrived on the scene and arrested him.

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To assist the victim's family during this devastating time, a GoFundMe page has been established for the relatives of Victor Hugo Leon, who was recognised as the individual who tragically lost his life in the attack.

The appeal states that Leon leaves behind his wife, three sons and a daughter. It details the tragic fact that he was almost home from his night shift work when he was targeted.

The page reads: "Victor was an amazing father, husband and friend. He leaves behind three sons, one daughter, and his loving wife. Victor's smile and sense of humour will be truly missed. He leaves a hole in the hearts of us who knew him."