Frank Mosqueda Jr., a 21-year-old resident of San Jose, California, tragically lost his life on September 15, 2020, in a shooting incident near the San Jose State University campus. The incident, which occurred around 10 p.m., resulted in the deaths of Mosqueda and another individual, Christian Jose Gonzales, 24, while four others sustained injuries.
The shooting was reported to be a drive-by attack, leaving the victims with gunshot wounds at the scene.
Following the incident, the San Jose Police Department launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the suspects involved in the double homicide. On May 13, 2021, Gabriel Desantiago, 27, was arrested in Daly City by the San Jose Police Department's Covert Response Unit (CRU) and subsequently booked into Santa Clara County Jail. Another suspect, Jesus Beltran-Guzman, 20, who was already in custody on unrelated charges, was also identified as being involved in the shooting. Both suspects were charged in connection with the deaths of Mosqueda and Gonzales.
The arrests marked a significant development in the case, as the community sought justice for the victims and their families. The investigation revealed that the shooting was part of a broader pattern of violence in the area, prompting law enforcement to increase efforts to curb such incidents. The deaths of Mosqueda and Gonzales were among the 27th and 28th homicides in San Jose for the year 2020, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the city in addressing violent crime.
The legal proceedings against Desantiago and Beltran-Guzman are expected to continue as the authorities gather more evidence and build their case. The community remains hopeful that justice will be served, and the families of the victims will find some solace in the resolution of the case. The tragic loss of Frank Mosqueda Jr. serves as a stark reminder of the impact of gun violence on individuals and communities, and the importance of continued efforts to prevent such senseless acts.
