Two arrested in gang-related shooting investigation in Douglas County

BRIDGEPORT — Authorities in Douglas County have arrested two men in connection with a gang-related shooting incident that occurred earlier this month.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office reported that on August 11, around 11:17 p.m., multiple reports of gunfire were received near State Route 173 on the Bridgeport Bar, approximately 5 miles outside of Bridgeport. Investigators determined the incident was likely gang-related, involving two opposing factions.

Following an extensive investigation, law enforcement executed two high-risk search warrants at separate locations simultaneously on August 21 at about 4:00 a.m. The operations resulted in two arrests and the recovery of firearms and ammunition, including stolen weapons.

Rosendo Saucedo Jr., 28, of Bridgeport, was arrested on charges of drive-by shooting, unlawful possession of a firearm in the second degree, two counts of assault in the first degree, and violation of a domestic violence protection order with two prior convictions.

Ivan Garcia-Ramirez, 29, from the Bridgeport Bar area, was taken into custody for obstructing a law enforcement officer and making false or misleading statements to a public servant.

A third suspect, identified as Ruben Garcia-Ramirez, remains at large. An arrest warrant has been issued for him on multiple charges, including unlawful possession of a firearm, assault, reckless endangerment, and weapons-related offenses.

Sheriff Kevin W. Morris expressed gratitude to numerous agencies that assisted in the operation, including several SWAT teams, federal agencies, and local law enforcement departments. According to Morris, multi-agency cooperation was crucial in executing the high-risk warrants safely.

Authorities are urging anyone with information on Ruben Garcia-Ramirez's whereabouts to contact the Douglas County Sheriff's Office Tip line at (509) 699-3283.