Man killed in shooting at Phoenix restaurant, suspect arrested

Police have arrested a 22-year-old suspect in connection with the fatal shooting.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 3:47pm

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A 35-year-old man was shot and killed on January 30th at a restaurant near 27th Avenue and Indian School Road in Phoenix, Arizona. Police have arrested a 22-year-old suspect, Juan Jamie Gomez Aguirre, and booked him on one count of murder.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this shooting at a local restaurant raise concerns about public safety in the Phoenix area. The investigation will likely focus on the motive and relationship between the victim and suspect to determine if this was an isolated incident or part of a broader pattern of violence.

The details

Officers responded around 8:05 a.m. and found the victim, identified as Oscar Humberto Banuelos, suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Banuelos was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators later identified Aguirre as the suspect and took him into custody in a neighboring jurisdiction. Authorities have not disclosed whether the shooting occurred inside or outside the restaurant, or what led to the shooting.

  • The shooting occurred on January 30, 2026 around 8:05 a.m.

The players

Oscar Humberto Banuelos

A 35-year-old man who was shot and killed at the restaurant.

Juan Jamie Gomez Aguirre

A 22-year-old suspect who was arrested and booked on one count of murder.

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What’s next

Investigators are still working to determine the motive for the shooting and the relationship between the victim and suspect.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address gun violence and improve public safety in the Phoenix metropolitan area.