multiple stab wounds around 10 p.m. in the 300 block of North Soldano Avenue, just west of the Azusa High School West Campus.

Paramedics transported Gonzales to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead, according to the Azusa Police Department.

After winning first place this year at the 31st District Congressional Art Competition, and the judge’s choice award in 2022, Gonzales’ work has been displayed at the U.S. Capitol, the school district said in a statement.

“Her creative talents and vibrant personality enriched our community in countless ways,” the district said.

School district officials encouraged anyone in need of support to reach out or find social and emotional support through Care Solace at Caresolace.com/azusaparents

Family members are raising money for Gonzales’ funeral and memorial.

“Angelina was so much more than her achievements,” her family wrote on GoFundMe. “She was a light in all our lives — a kind, loving, and vibrant soul who brought joy, laughter, and love wherever she went. Her smile lit up every room, and her determination inspired everyone around her. She had big dreams, a big heart, and an even bigger impact on her family, friends and community.”

Homicide investigators with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department took over the investigation.

An 18-year-old male who knew Gonzales was taken into custody Saturday, authorities said.

Officials didn’t confirm the nature of their relationship or release the suspect’s name, but family members of Gonzales told KABC Channel 7 that he was an ex-boyfriend and that she was fatally stabbed at his home.

The family members said the suspect picked her up from a cheerleading banquet and brought her to his house. A family member then tracked her cellphone location, KABC reported.

“When I got there, there was already crime scene tape up and forensics and all kinds of stuff. And I ran up to the officers like, hey, my daughter’s in there. You know, my daughter is in there I’m trying to find her. She’s not home. And that’s when they told me, sit aside for a minute,” Robert Caraballo, Gonzales’ stepfather, told KABC.

“It’s unreal, like just the fact that you know, anyone could bring themselves to harm just such a sweet and loving, funny person,” the victim’s brother, Ruben Torres, told KABC

The Sheriff’s Department asked anyone with information to contact homicide detectives at 323-890-5500. Anonymous information can be provided by calling “Crime Stoppers” at 800-222-8477.

City News Service contributed to this report.