4 gang members arrested in connection with shooting on US 60 in Mesa

Four gang members were arrested in connection with Sunday’s shooting on US 60 freeway near Greenfield Road in Mesa, according to the Mesa Police Department.

The shooting occurred around 2:30 p.m., and authorities closed the surface road in both directions to allow for an investigation.

“Multiple shots were fired and officers responded — made sure that the scene there was safe,” Detective Robert Katz told KTAR News 92.3 FM. Later he added, “The information I have is that this stemmed from a prior shooting in Mesa from September.”

Andrew Bastida Martinez, 21, drove himself to a hospital after the incident and was arrested after he was treated, police said. He was booked into jail on charges of aggravated assault, disorderly conduct and endangerment — all felonies. His bond was set at $50,000.

Asael Lopez Vargas, 21, was arrested and booked into jail on charges of felony endangerment and four driving-related misdemeanors. His bond was set at $51,400.

Elias Rebollar Portillo, 20, was arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor false reporting to law enforcement.

A 17-year-old whose name was not released was arrested on suspicion of endangerment and disorderly conduct — both felonies.

Police said there are no outstanding suspects in the shooting and that the investigation is ongoing.

KTAR News 92.3 FM’s Martha Maurer contributed to this report.

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