The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office today announced the arrest of two Sanger men wanted in connection with the 2007 murder of 21 year old David Vera. Arrested were 29 year old Victor Rodriguez-Mendoza, and 28 year old Victor Estrada. A third Sanger man, 28 year old Felix Rios, is still being sought.

On July 1st of 2007, deputies responded to a shooting call in the area of Annadale & Reed near the town of Minkler.

Upon their arrival, deputies discovered three people with gunshot wounds. One of the victims, Vera, was deceased at the scene. The two others were transported to area hospitals where they were treated for non-life threatening wounds and released.

Deputies soon learned a large party had taken place in a nearby orchard with over 100 people in attendance. During the party, a large disturbance erupted during which time several gunshots were fired. The suspects had fled prior to deputies arriving. Investigators believed the shooting was street gang related.

The investigation revealed Estrada, Rodriguez-Mendoza, and Rios were responsible for the shooting.

Earlier this morning, members of the US Marshall’s Fugitive Apprehension Team, Fresno Sheriff’s deputies, and Sanger Police officers, arrested both Estrada and Rodriguez-Mendoza at their homes in Sanger. Both were later booked into the Fresno County Jail on charges of murder.

Rios is still being sought and should be considered armed & dangerous. He is described as being Hispanic, 5-6/ 190 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. A warrant for his arrest has been issued on charges of attempt murder.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Rios, or anyone with information on the investigation is asked to immediately contact detective Sergio Toscano at (559)448-6358 the Sheriff’s Office at (559)600-3111, or CrimeStoppers at (559)498-STOP(7867).