SIMI VALLEY, Calif. (KABC) — A man who was killed alongside his wife in a shooting outside their Simi Valley home has been identified by his employer as a doctor.
Adventist Health Simi Valley released the following statement that identified the victims of Sunday afternoon’s shooting as Dr. Eric Cordes and his wife, Vicki.
“Dr. Cordes was a highly respected, board-certified radiologist and beloved physician who served this community with compassion and excellence for nearly 30 years.
The medical group released the following statement: “Dr. Eric Cordes was a brilliant, hardworking doctor, and a respected colleague.
He served the Simi Valley community and surrounding areas throughout his entire career, never once leaving for other communities.
SIMI VALLEY, Calif. (KABC) — A man who was killed alongside his wife in a shooting outside their Simi Valley home has been identified by his employer as a doctor.
The shooting on Sunday afternoon claimed the lives of Dr. Eric Cordes and his wife, Vicki, according to a statement issued by Adventist Health Simi Valley.
“Dr. Cordes was a highly respected, board-certified radiologist and beloved physician who served this community with compassion and excellence for nearly 30 years. As we mourn this terrible loss, our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and everyone who had the honor of working with him. “.
Cordes also worked for Focus Medical Imaging. The medical group released the following statement:.
“Dr. Eric Cordes was a brilliant, hardworking doctor, and a respected colleague. Throughout his career, he never once left the Simi Valley community to serve other communities. Our entire group will be thinking and praying for him and his family today. He will surely be missed. “.
Although a suspect has not yet been identified or taken into custody, police believe the shooting was a targeted attack and there is no current threat to the public. According to reports, the shooter entered a car and drove away.
“We don’t believe this is a random act,” said Sgt. Rick Morton. “We think the victims were singled out. “.
Morton said neighbors speculated that the suspect may be the stepson of one of the victims, though police have yet to confirm that information.
Police told Eyewitness News they believe an apparent suicide in Chino a few hours after the shooting is likely related to the double murder.
The deceased was discovered close to a burning car, according to Chino police.
“We’re unable to substantiate who that suspect is, due to the condition of the subject that is located in Chino,” Morton said. “We’ve heard speculation. Regarding the identity of the subject, we have not released any information. We don’t want to misidentify someone, so we’re waiting until we get confirmation from the medical examiner to see who that was. . in that vehicle. “.
Neighbors in the community are still in shock over their murders.
Mike Hylton, who went to the couple’s wedding, described the victims as good neighbors and good people.
“Eric was. a figure in the community with regards to being the director of radiology over at Adventist Health in Simi. He’s known by a lot of people and it’s just really sad,” he added.
Police have not officially identified the victims, but said a couple in their 60s were found shot in the driveway of their home on Hawks Bill Place. They both later died at the hospital.
A 911 caller reported seeing a man walk up to an open garage. Hylton said his son heard the gunshots that night.
“I didn’t hear the gunshots. My son did. Hylton stated, “He heard the gunshots while upstairs with the window open, and when he looked out, he saw the car speeding away.”.
