A “PERSON OF INTEREST” in the murder of a man in Westminster has been identified (Shutterstock).

A “person of interest” has been identified in the investigation of a murder in Westminster that took place on Sunday, July 31.

DONALD NICHOLS (WPD photo.

Donald Nichols is wanted for questioning by the WPD in connection with the shooting death of a man. Police believe the homicide took place in the parking area of the Calespana Apartments, 15200 Magnolia St.

The body was later found in a van at a service station in Fountain Valley.

Nichols is described as a White male, 5-foot, 11-inches tall with hazel eyes and brown hair,

Anyone who might know  – or have tips about – his whereabouts is asked to contact:

• Det. M. Lopez at (714) 548-3773 or mlopez@westminster-ca.gov
• Detective M. Pierson at (714) 548-3759 or mpierson@westminster-ca.gov.
• Westminster Police Department watch commander: (714) 548-3767.

• Anonymous information can be submitted to www.occrimestoppers.org or 1-855-TIPS-OCCS.