In the pre-dawn hours of April 27, 2022, Jose Gutierrez, a 30-year-old man, was fatally shot while sitting in his truck at a Circle K gas station in Mesa, Arizona. The incident, which occurred near Gilbert and McKellips roads, prompted an immediate investigation by the Mesa Police Department. When officers arrived at approximately 3:30 a.m., they discovered Gutierrez in the driver's seat of his vehicle, parked by the gas pumps, with a fatal gunshot wound.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation quickly centered on a person of interest, 20-year-old Adam Gomez. Authorities publicly identified Gomez and sought assistance from the community in locating him, cautioning that he should be considered armed and dangerous. According to police reports, Gomez was seen arguing with Gutierrez shortly before the shooting. It is also believed that after the shooting, Gomez stole Gutierrez's vehicle.
A short time later, Adam Gomez was apprehended by the Mesa Police. He now faces charges of murder, robbery, and other gun-related offenses in connection with the death of Jose Gutierrez. The victim was remembered as a devoted husband and a father to three young children. A GoFundMe campaign was established to provide financial support for his grieving family.
