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10-05-2025
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'We just want peace': Family of Milo Suniga holds car wash for funeral of Glendale shooting victim
A car wash held outside CFM Church in Glendale raised funds to help cover the funeral expenses of 21-year-old Milo Suniga, who was killed in the May 4 shooting at a crowded dance party. Just five minutes from the scene where three people, including Milo Suniga, were killed, Glendale residents gathered under the hot sun on May 10 to support his family and help raise funds for his burial. Lowriders and classic cars rolled into the church's parking lot, covered in dirt from recent rain and wind, but left shining after being washed and detailed by dozens of volunteers. Milo's parents, Jamey and Angel Suniga, were embraced by numerous community members, some they knew from a recent community vigil for their son, and others there to ensure the car wash ran smoothly. "We just want peace," Jamey said. "It's not just us ― a lot of people lost their families. We grieve for them too." Brothers Damien Anthony Sproule, 17, and Christopher Juaquin Sproule, 21, both died as a result of the shooting. Jamey stood next to her husband, Angel, who stepped away from detailing one of the many cars at the wash to stress "not to hate, but to love." The father said he asked Glendale police to provide a marked police unit to help the community feel safe at the event. At least one police vehicle was seen on the outskirts of a parking lot where the church is located. "We give this to God. It's not better to have a grudge ... we have to teach our kids," Angel said, his young daughter standing next to him. "She has his (Milo's) eyes," Angel said. Pastor James Martinez of CFM Church and his parish helped support the fundraiser, with many church members making up the crew who washed each car. Pastor Martinez, who lost his own son in a shooting in the West Valley, was driven by his faith to take action and support the Suniga family. "This is why I'm here to help these folks, because I know what they're going through." Parishioner Edgar Parra helped wash cars in the hot sun and said the CFM Church helped him understand "my past no longer defines me ... that applies to anyone," he said. Marisol Oliva-Valenzuela, a family friend of the Sunigas, has known Milo since he was young. Her three sons were also a big part of Milo's life, forming a close-knit group that enjoyed laughing and playing video games together. "Milo's always been the class clown, always getting everybody to laugh and joke around," said Oliva-Valenzuela. She remembered Milo's genuine respect for others, including his elders. "Not all the kids do that," Oliva-Valenzuela said. Her own sons were headed to El Camaron Gigante the night of the shooting to meet friends, including Milo, but when they arrived, they found ambulances and police vehicles outside the establishment and didn't find out that Milo was among the three people killed until early the following morning. "He's (Milo) always been the one who's been the protector or the peacemaker, and that's why they want the community to keep peace and remember his name," Oliva-Valenzuela said. Jeffrey Asuncion grew up with Milo's father, Angel Suniga, since he was a child, and the two both had 21-year-old sons, the age Milo was when he was killed. "He was a good kid. Hardworking ... he wasn't in trouble, he wasn't in gangs or anything, he was just in the wrong place," Asuncion said. Milo was one of the first people Anthony Rodriguez met when he first started a job in a warehouse where the two would become friends. Even after Rodriguez found a different job, the two stayed in touch on Instagram, even up until Milo's death. "I had seen the shooting in the news, but something about this one felt different." Milo's drive, humble and hardworking nature were qualities that Rodriguez said made Milo a trusted friend. "It's like you knew him forever," Rodriguez said. Recorded: This man captured 2 key moments on video from the El Camaron Gigante shooting in Glendale Reach reporter Rey Covarrubias Jr. at rcovarrubias@ Follow him on X, Threads and Bluesky @ReyCJrAZ. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Glendale church hosts car wash for Milo Suniga after fatal shooting
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
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Glendale car wash raises funds for shooting victim's funeral
A car wash on May 10, 2025, will help pay the funeral expenses for Milo Suniga, who died in a May 4 shooting during a crowded dance party in Glendale.
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07-05-2025
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Glendale PD seeks public's help in mass shooting investigation
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways The Brief Three people were killed and five people were wounded in a May 4 shooting at a Glendale restaurant. The Glendale Police Department needs help from the public to help figure out exactly what happened. For now, no suspects have been arrested in this shooting, and police believe there was more than one shooter. GLENDALE, Ariz. - The Glendale Police Department is asking members of the public to come forward with any information regarding the May 4 mass shooting at El Camaron Gigante Mariscos & Steakhouse. What we know The shooting broke out around 7:45 p.m. near 57th Avenue and SR 51. Three people were killed, and five people were hurt while attending a car show and music at the restaurant. The victims who died were brothers Damien Sproule and Christopher Sproule, 17 and 21, and Milo Christopher Suniga, 21. Those wounded are a 20-year-old woman, a 20-year-old man, a 21-year-old woman, a 23-year-old man, and a 16-year-old boy. For now, no one has been arrested, and police believe there was more than one shooter. What they're saying Some local business owners are now starting a petition, asking for future events to be banned. Some business owners claim this is one of many violent events, but not everyone agrees. Mike Nen is the host of the lowrider podcast called Live Ride, which is centered on community, cars and culture. "It's an art form, it's a way of life," he said. While Sunday's Cinco de Mayo event wasn't a lowrider event, but rather one to celebrate Chicano culture, Nen says people were quick to associate the two, particularly with what he feels is a misguided blame for the violence. "When there's events that we try to do in the community, it's always family-based. We always try to break the stereotype of gangbanging, guns and all that stuff, we try to break that stereotype," Nen said. Many witnesses stressed the event was family-friendly and safe before shots were fired in the parking lot. However, some downtown Glendale business owners claim Sunday was evidence of ongoing, persistent issues. A recent petition is now calling for a city-wide ban on night cruise events associated with lowrider meet-ups. The petition, which has gathered about 75 signatures, says in part, "These are not harmless car meetups," saying they have been linked to gun violence, reckless driving, street racing, public intoxication and reduced access to businesses. Business owners, like Clinto Newsom, disagree. "I do business when I do these events over there. So, I don't mind the car events or the music events over there. It brings some people to downtown Glendale, so it's a good thing," Newsom said. Across the street, Ken Brown with Drawn To Comics, says he's never had problems either. "Not with this event at all. I mean, it's a downtown city area, there's going to be things that come up," Brown said. FOX 10 reached out to the business owner who started the petition, but her business was closed on May 6 and attempts to reach her online were unsuccessful. Police say this group involved people who knew one another and had a history of bad blood. Investigators can't confirm any kind of gang affiliation. Vigil held for victims On May 6, loved ones of the shooting victims held separate vigils. "I've been proud of that boy, since the day he was born, I have been proud of him. He never ceased to amaze me. … He never left the house without telling us, 'Bye mama, bye dad. I love you guys. I'll see you in a little bit,' and I would always tell him, 'Be careful. I love you. Drive safe. Look out for everyone else. I trust you, just watch out for everyone else.' And he always came back, except for the other night," the parents of Suniga said. Stephanie Ortega spoke about the loss of her sons. "I'm hurt. That was my oldest son and baby boy. I don't know what to do," she said. What you can do "We are still looking for those responsible for the homicide that took place on Sunday, May 4, 2025. We have set up a portal where people can submit video and photos from the event anonymously. The hope is that our detectives will see something in those photos/videos that will help us narrow down who we are looking for and what happened that led up to this violence," Glendale Police said on May 6. Click here for the portal's link. Map of where the shooting happened:
