Mario Peter Vega, 39, was fatally shot on Tucson’s west side in the early hours of February 8, 2024. Officers in the area reported hearing gunfire shortly before 1:40 a.m. A vehicle later arrived at St. Mary’s Hospital with Vega, who had sustained gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead after life-saving efforts at the hospital.

Homicide detectives were called to investigate, but as of the last update no motive or suspects have been released and no arrests have been announced. The investigation remains active and authorities are seeking information from anyone who might know what happened.

If anyone was in the area around 1:30–2:00 a.m. on February 8 and saw something unusual or has information about this shooting, please contact the Tucson Police Department.