Washington Man Arrested for Shooting 6 During Bay Area Super Bowl Visit

Tyrone Asphy accused of opening fire after argument outside San Jose business during Super Bowl weekend

Mar. 16, 2026 at 5:26pm

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A Washington state man visiting San Jose for the Super Bowl was arrested on suspicion of shooting six people during an alleged altercation outside a business on the night of February 8. Police identified the suspect as Tyrone Asphy of Federal Way, Washington and located the firearm used in the shooting during a search of his home. Asphy was expected to be extradited back to Santa Clara County to face charges.

Why it matters

The shooting incident during Super Bowl weekend in San Jose highlights the challenges cities face in maintaining public safety when hosting major events that draw large crowds from out of town. While the injuries were non-life-threatening, the shooting raised concerns about violence and the ability of law enforcement to respond quickly to such incidents.

The details

According to police, an argument broke out between two groups outside a San Jose business on the night of February 8, and Tyrone Asphy allegedly opened fire, injuring six people. Four victims were hospitalized, one self-transported to a hospital, and another was treated at the scene. Asphy fled the scene but was later identified as the suspect through license plate reader technology. Detectives obtained an arrest warrant and coordinated with the FBI and Federal Way police to apprehend Asphy at his home in Washington state over a month after the incident.

  • The shooting occurred on the night of February 8, 2026 during Super Bowl weekend.
  • Asphy was arrested at his home in Federal Way, Washington over a month later, on March 16, 2026.

The players

Tyrone Asphy

A Washington state resident who was visiting San Jose for the Super Bowl and is accused of shooting six people during an altercation outside a business.

San Jose Police Department

The law enforcement agency that investigated the shooting, identified Asphy as the suspect, and coordinated with federal and local authorities to apprehend him.

Matt Mahan

The Mayor of San Jose who commented on the arrest, stating that the city will not tolerate visitors who threaten the community.

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What they’re saying

“We welcomed nearly half a million people into downtown over Super Bowl week. One of those visitors thought he could endanger lives and run from the consequences — he was wrong.”

— Matt Mahan, Mayor of San Jose

What’s next

Asphy is expected to be extradited from Washington state to Santa Clara County to face charges related to the shooting.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of robust public safety planning and coordination between law enforcement agencies when hosting major events that draw large crowds from out of town. While the city was able to apprehend the suspect, the shooting highlights the potential for violence that can occur and the need for continued vigilance to protect public safety.