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San Pablo Police Release Images of Homicide Suspect Juan Vargas, Still at Large

Authorities seek public help to locate the armed suspect in the fatal, gang-related shooting of Emmanuel Rodriguez Flores on March 29.

Screen shot of surveillance video that captured a homicide suspect in San Pablo. (May 16, 2025)
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Overview

  • Juan Vargas, 25, is wanted for the fatal shooting of Emmanuel Rodriguez Flores, 26, in a suspected gang-related incident in San Pablo, California.
  • The shooting occurred on March 29 at 1:30 a.m. at the intersection of 23rd Street and University Avenue, with the victim later succumbing to his injuries at a hospital.
  • Police released surveillance footage showing Vargas approaching a group and fatally shooting Flores outside a business.
  • Vargas is described as a Hispanic male, 5 feet 5 inches tall, 150 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes, and tattoos on his face and neck, including one reading 'Blessed' above his left eyebrow.
  • Authorities warn Vargas is armed and dangerous and urge anyone with information to contact the San Pablo Police Department or call 911 immediately.