NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 15, 2026Hillsborough
Bullhead City police arrest second suspect for hindering homicide investigation
Police arrested Jorge Esteban Basurto Garibay for allegedly helping the primary suspect in a July 18 shooting evade capture. Garibay was taken into custody on August 13, 2026, following a SWAT operation at a residence on Palma Circle.
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This arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing homicide investigation of Manuel Sauceda Medrano, who died from injuries sustained in a shooting.
Key Facts
- Jorge Esteban Basurto Garibay (31) was arrested on August 13, 2026, for hindering prosecution.
- The arrest occurred at 6:00 p.m. in the 1600 block of Palma Circle with SWAT support.
- Garibay is accused of driving and hiding the primary suspect, Christopher Pratt.
- Christopher Pratt was previously captured on July 31 for the homicide.
- The victim, Manuel Sauceda Medrano (43), died on July 22 at Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas.
- The original shooting incident took place on July 18 on Sea Spray Drive.
- Police are continuing to investigate other individuals suspected of hindering the case.
Who's Mentioned
locationBullhead City“Location of the shooting and police investigation”locationMohave County“Location of the jail where the suspect is held”personManuel Sauceda Medrano“Victim of the shooting”personChristopher Pratt“Primary suspect in the homicide”locationPalma Circle“Location of the arrest”personJorge Esteban Basurto Garibay“Suspect arrested for hindering prosecution”locationSea Spray Drive“Location of the July 18 shooting”