People v. Vang

Opinion

WISEMAN, J.

The convictions in this case stem from the drive-by shootings at two residences occurring within a very short time of each other. The facts are all too familiar: one of two warring gangs exacts revenge on the other in retaliation for prior gang activity and perceived slights to pride. In the published portion of this opinion we hold that substantial evidence supports eight attempted murder convictions, and attendant true findings of related enhancements. Penal Code section 188’s express malice requirement is met even though defendants could not see all their victims during…