Lynden Woman Sentenced for Bellingham Drive-By Shooting

Jordan Velthuizen pleaded guilty to drive-by shooting, assault, and drug charges.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A 27-year-old woman from Lynden, Washington has been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to a drive-by shooting in Bellingham. Jordan Velthuizen was a passenger in a vehicle whose driver, Jesus Monreal-Bojorquez, is accused of shooting a man in a Walmart parking lot in late 2023. Velthuizen was seen throwing the suspected weapon out of the vehicle as deputies pulled them over.

Why it matters

Drive-by shootings are a serious public safety concern, especially in crowded retail areas. This case highlights the need for strict enforcement and prosecution of these types of violent crimes to deter future incidents and protect innocent bystanders.

The details

Velthuizen pled guilty to charges of drive-by shooting, second-degree assault, and drug possession. Monreal-Bojorquez, the alleged shooter, remains in jail on $2 million bail and is scheduled to go to trial on March 9.

  • In late 2023, the drive-by shooting incident occurred in a Walmart parking lot in Bellingham.
  • On February 10, 2026, Velthuizen pled guilty to the charges.
  • Velthuizen was sentenced to three years in prison on February 17, 2026.

The players

Jordan Velthuizen

A 27-year-old woman from Lynden, Washington who was a passenger in the vehicle during the drive-by shooting and pled guilty to related charges.

Jesus Monreal-Bojorquez

The driver of the vehicle accused of carrying out the drive-by shooting in the Walmart parking lot. He remains in jail on $2 million bail and is scheduled to go to trial on March 9.

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What’s next

Monreal-Bojorquez's trial is scheduled for March 9, 2026.

The takeaway

This case underscores the serious consequences for those involved in drive-by shootings, even if they were not the direct perpetrator of the violence. It serves as a warning that such crimes will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law to protect public safety.