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Chula Vista Police Arrest 18-Year-Old in Halloween Party Shooting That Killed Two Teens

Police describe an active case with a request for party videos, no additional suspects identified.

Overview

  • David Garcia, 18, of National City was taken into custody Monday around 1:35 p.m. and booked on murder charges, police said.
  • The victims were identified as 15-year-old Kane Roldan of San Diego and 17-year-old Elias Yanez of Imperial Beach, who were shot after an argument at a large house party.
  • Officers responded just after 11:15 p.m. Friday to a home on East Prospect Street near Judson Way, where both teens were found with gunshot wounds and later died at a hospital.
  • Detectives say no additional suspects are currently believed to be outstanding, though the investigation remains active and further arrests are possible if new information develops.
  • Investigators urge attendees to submit original videos or tips to Chula Vista police or San Diego County Crime Stoppers, which offers up to $1,000, noting that over 100 people were at the party but only a handful have been interviewed.