Photos: Firebombing of a South El Monte tire shop

Norma Chavez of El Monte lights candles at the memorial. One of the victims was the son of the tire shop’s owner.

Photos of the three slain youths are displayed on a fence outside the South El Monte tire shop where the killings occurred.  (Barbara Davidson / Los Angeles Times)

Rocio Guerrero is consoled by her mother, Atzimba Zamudio. The 16-year-old used to date Rodrigo Gonzalez, one of those who died in the fire.   (Barbara Davidson / Los Angeles Times)

Fire damage at the Cheque Tires shop in South El Monte, where a firebombing left three dead. Four suspects are in custody.