Christian Galindo & Baby Derek

Hi, My name is Yomara Zazueta this Sunday morning my sister passed away tragically at her home and left behind a 1 month old baby and a devistated fiancé and family members. Please we are asking for help for funeral expenses and for her sons future needs. Anything will help thank you in advance and god bless you.

Press Release-Homicide

July 2, 2023 - 1:15 PM

Location of Incident: 2800 Block of W. 1st Street - Yuma AZ

On Sunday, July 2, 2023, at approximately 12:16 AM, The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of shots fired in the area of the 2800 Block of W. 1st Street.

Upon Deputy arrival, they located a female victim with an apparent gunshot wound and was unresponsive. Deputies performed initial life-saving measures until Rural Metro Fire Department arrived and continued to render medical aid. However, the victim succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene.

The victim has been identified as Christian Galindo, 31, of Yuma, AZ. Next of kin notification has been made.

The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Bureau responded and assumed the investigation.

Preliminary investigation revealed the victim had been inside her residence when struck by a stray bullet. This investigation remains ongoing at this time.