Kryshtian Avila, a 29-year-old resident of Fontana, California, was tragically found fatally shot in his vehicle on January 30, 2018. The incident occurred in the 11800 block of Autumn Street. Avila's death was a significant blow to his family and community, as he was a beloved father, son, and brother. The investigation into his death revealed that the shooting was gang-related, stemming from an old grudge. This revelation came after several weeks of diligent detective work, during which authorities followed numerous leads to identify those responsible for the crime.
The investigation led to the arrest of four men in connection with Avila's death. Antonio Ruiz, 27, was arrested on March 2, 2018, and subsequently charged with murder and gang enhancements. Ruiz pleaded not guilty to all charges. Additionally, Ronny Buzenes, 27, of Fontana, Rolando Delgado, 36, of Rialto, and Manuel Ibarra, 25, of Mira Loma, were arrested on March 1, 2018, on suspicion of being accessories to murder. These individuals were accused of covering up the crime and disposing of evidence. While Delgado was able to bail out of jail and was not charged, Buzenes and Ibarra faced charges of accessory to murder and gang enhancements.
The case highlighted the ongoing issue of gang violence in the area and the devastating impact it can have on families and communities. The Fontana Police Department continued to seek additional witnesses and information to ensure that all those involved in the crime were brought to justice. Detective Dave Janusz was a key figure in the investigation, urging anyone with information to come forward. The arrests and subsequent legal proceedings underscored the commitment of law enforcement to solving the case and providing some measure of closure to Avila's grieving family.
