On February 18, 2023, at about 6:10 p.m., officers responded to a reported shooting in the 100 block of East Holt Avenue in Pomona, California, and found 34-year-old Steven Anthony Arias Jr. suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite medical attention, Arias Jr. died at the scene; the address is recorded as 130 East Holt Avenue.

Authorities identified 40-year-old Luis Carlos Guerrero as the primary suspect and Guerrero was arrested in connection with the homicide. Motive has not been publicly disclosed and the investigation is ongoing. The community has shared memorials and condolences online following Arias Jr.’s death.

If anyone has information about the shooting or knew Steven Anthony Arias Jr., please share what you know.