Jonathan Gonzales, 24, was shot in the chest on Sylvia Road in the Polvadera neighborhood of Polvadera, New Mexico, on January 10, 2025. He was taken to a hospital and later died of his injuries.

Authorities say an altercation that evening involved Gonzales and 26-year-old Christopher Brannan. Brannan allegedly shot Gonzales during the confrontation, fled the scene, then turned himself in later that night and was booked into the Socorro County Detention Center. He faces a charge of first-degree murder and the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau is handling the inquiry.

Investigators continue to examine the events leading up to the shooting and the full circumstances remain under review. If anyone witnessed the altercation on Sylvia Road that night or has other information, please come forward.