MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Four individuals have been apprehended by Mountain View police in connection with a Christmas Day incident involving a robbery and shooting.
According to authorities, the suspects, four males, allegedly robbed a 7-11 on 1905 Latham St. on Dec. 25, during which a necklace was stolen. Later that same day, a shooting occurred in the 900 Block of Clark Avenue, resulting in the injury of a six-year-old child. It is believed that the same suspects were involved in the shooting.
On Wednesday, 18-year-old Tristen Villanueva, a resident of Mountain View, was arrested on suspicion of robbery, assault likely to cause great bodily harm, conspiracy, and gang enhancement. Additionally, 20-year-old Gilbert Murillo, also from Mountain View, was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy and gang enhancement, along with two juvenile males from the same area, who were apprehended on suspicion of conspiracy and gang enhancement. One of the juveniles is facing further charges for a probation violation.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspects to contact Detective Josh Gould at josh.gould@mountainview.gov. Spanish-speaking individuals can reach out to Detective Angelica Espitia at angelica.espitia@mountainview.gov. Anonymous tips can be provided by calling 650-903-6618.
In conclusion, Mountain View police have made arrests in connection with a Christmas Day robbery and shooting, involving four individuals, and are urging the public to come forward with any additional information regarding the incident.