Cathedral City police have arrested two teenagers accused of murder in last week's shooting of a 13-year-old boy.

The suspects, ages 18 and 19, are accused of killing Alan Martinez of Cathedral City. Police did not say whether they know of a possible motive.

Officers responded to reports of a shooting at Whispering Palms and Mission Indian trails around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13.

They found Martinez suffering from a gunshot wound and attempted lifesaving measures. After paramedics arrived, they also rendered aid, but the boy was soon pronounced dead.

Investigators determined Martinez and two others had been walking on Whispering Palms Trail when a vehicle approached, which led to a confrontation. An occupant from the vehicle fired at the group, police said.

On Tuesday, Cathedral C

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