Gabriel Salas Arrested in Merced County Shooting | Fresno News

A 21-year-old man from Sacramento, Gabriel Angel Salas, has been arrested and is facing murder charges after allegedly shooting and killing security guard Kody Pena at a private event in Merced County. Salas turned himself in to authorities early Wednesday, and law enforcement agencies across Northern California are collaborating on the swift investigation. The tragic incident underscores the risks faced by those in public safety roles, while officials work to extradite Salas back to Merced for trial — a case that continues to weigh heavily on the community and Pena’s loved ones. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4c853bd89a8990fb