Carlos Arriaga Identified as Victim killed in Fatal Indio Shooting; Suspect Ruben Molina Arrested

INDIO, Calif. – A tragic shooting early Saturday morning claimed the life of 23-year-old Carlos Arriaga in Indio, leading to the swift arrest of a suspect later that same day. The incident occurred shortly after 2:30 a.m. in the 81-600 block of Jennifer Court, where Indio Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire.

Upon arrival, officers discovered Arriaga suffering from a gunshot wound outside a residence. Emergency responders quickly transported him to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, where he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries a few hours later. The Riverside County Coroner’s Office later confirmed his identity as Carlos Arriaga, a resident of Indio.

As the investigation unfolded, detectives identified 21-year-old Ruben Molina, also from Indio, as the suspected shooter. Authorities tracked Molina down to the 44-000 block of Avenue 44 and arrested him around noon on Saturday. He is currently facing felony murder charges and is being held at the county jail in Indio on a $1 million bail. His first court appearance is scheduled for Wednesday morning.

At this time, investigators have not released any details regarding the motive behind the shooting, leaving questions unanswered as the community processes this loss. The case remains under active investigation as authorities work to piece together the circumstances leading up to the deadly encounter.

The tragic loss of Carlos Arriaga has left a profound impact on his family and the local community, as they now face the painful task of mourning a life cut short. As the investigation continues, Indio Police are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward.

This incident marks another somber reminder of the senseless violence that can erupt unexpectedly, leaving behind grief and unanswered questions. The community will be looking for justice as the legal process begins with Ruben Molina’s upcoming court appearance. In the meantime, Carlos Arriaga’s loved ones are left to remember the young man taken far too soon, holding on to cherished memories as they navigate this difficult time.