Utah Man Sentenced in West Jordan Triple Murder

Steven Donovan Carmona receives 25 years to life for 2022 gang-related shooting.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 8:08pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single 9mm handgun shell casing, the metallic surface reflecting the harsh lighting and creating a dramatic, gritty aesthetic that conceptually represents the investigation into the physical evidence of this violent crime.The forensic evidence gathered at the crime scene was crucial in building the case against the suspects in this deadly gang-related shooting.Salt Lake City Today

A 20-year-old Utah man named Steven Donovan Carmona has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for his role in a 2022 drive-by shooting that left three people dead in West Jordan. Carmona and other gang members were seeking revenge for a previous altercation when they opened fire on a house party, killing Fayzan Ali, Ayash Mohamed, and Mohamed Mohamed.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of gang violence and retaliation in the Salt Lake City metro area, where tensions between rival groups have led to multiple deadly incidents in recent years. The sentencing underscores law enforcement's efforts to crack down on gang-related crimes and hold perpetrators accountable.

The details

According to court documents, on June 17, 2022, a large fight broke out between members of rival gangs at a festival in West Valley City. Carmona and other gang members then sought out those involved in the fight to retaliate. On July 23, 2022, Carmona, Stefon Sandoval, and two unnamed juveniles showed up at a party in West Jordan where their rivals were present. The group opened fire from a white Cadillac, killing three people. Police later located the vehicle and found a 9mm handgun in Carmona's possession that matched evidence from the crime scene.

  • On June 17, 2022, a fight broke out between rival gangs at a festival in West Valley City.
  • On July 23, 2022, the shooting occurred at a party in West Jordan.
  • In February 2023, all four suspects were taken into custody.
  • On March 23, 2026, Carmona was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison.

The players

Steven Donovan Carmona

A 20-year-old Utah man who was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for his role in the 2022 West Jordan triple homicide.

Stefon Sandoval

One of Carmona's co-defendants who was charged in the juvenile court system for the 2022 West Jordan shooting.

Fayzan Ali

One of the three victims killed in the 2022 West Jordan drive-by shooting.

Ayash Mohamed

One of the three victims killed in the 2022 West Jordan drive-by shooting.

Mohamed Mohamed

One of the three victims killed in the 2022 West Jordan drive-by shooting.

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What’s next

The two juvenile co-defendants charged in the case will face trial in the coming months.

The takeaway

This sentencing underscores law enforcement's efforts to crack down on gang-related crimes and hold perpetrators accountable, as community leaders continue to grapple with the persistent issue of gang violence in the region.