After enough investigation into the homicide of 30-year-old Jacob Dean Stark, officers have identified the suspect as 31-year-old Ramon Antonio Salcido.
Salcido was already being held at the Pima County Jail on an unrelated charge by the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS).
Detectives worked with DPS to develop probable cause to charge Salcido with one count of first-degree murder.
On Oct. 6, TPD detectives responded to the jail and formally charged Salcido.
He is currently being held on a $1,010,000 bond.
TPD is finalizing their investigation and no other suspects are currently being sought.
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Original story at 4:27 p.m. Saturday, Jun 17
On Friday, June 16 around 4:15 p.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting in the parking lot of 3780 South Park Avenue.
Officers found a male victim in the alleyway, north of the business, upon arrival. They began rendering aid when they learned he had sustained gunshot trauma.
Jacob Dean Stark, 30 years old, was transported to a hospital but died upon arrival due to his injuries.
Detectives found in their investigation that Stark had been in the area with a friend when he was approached by the suspect in the parking lot. The suspect shot Stark and ran away.
Detectives were able to get a basic description and are following up on leads, but are still hoping to find a motive. Anyone with information is urged to call 88-CRIME.
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