Suspect in Fatal Victorville Shooting Turns Himself In

An 18-year-old man surrendered to police in connection with the killing of a 22-year-old man last month.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 4:19am

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An 18-year-old man named Michael Christopher Gallardo turned himself in to the Upland Police Department on April 3 in connection with the fatal shooting of a 22-year-old man named Elias Victor Marcell Brooks in Victorville, California on March 29. Gallardo was booked on suspicion of murder and is being held without bail pending an initial court appearance.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this fatal shooting raise concerns about public safety in the Victorville community. The suspect's decision to turn himself in may indicate a desire to take responsibility, but the motive for the shooting remains unclear.

The details

According to authorities, deputies responding to reports of gunfire on March 29 found Brooks, who had been shot multiple times. Brooks later died from his injuries on March 31. Gallardo was booked on suspicion of murder, but no further details about the circumstances of the shooting or a potential motive have been released.

  • The shooting took place on Sunday, March 29 at Starshine Drive and Eugene Road in Victorville.
  • Brooks succumbed to his injuries at a hospital on Tuesday, March 31.
  • Gallardo turned himself in to police on the morning of Friday, April 3.

The players

Michael Christopher Gallardo

An 18-year-old man from Fontana who turned himself in to police in connection with the fatal shooting of Elias Victor Marcell Brooks.

Elias Victor Marcell Brooks

A 22-year-old man from Victorville who was fatally shot on March 29.

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What’s next

Gallardo is scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday, April 7 in the Victorville branch of San Bernardino County Superior Court.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing need for community-based solutions to address violence and promote public safety in Victorville. The suspect's decision to turn himself in may be a positive step, but the underlying causes and circumstances of the shooting remain unclear.