Breiner Andres Castro Jaramillo dies in fatal Auburn shooting
Fatal Auburn shooting death of Breiner Andres Castro Jaramillo
A young adult, specifically 22 years of age, lost their life during a targeted gunfire incident on State Route 167 in the area surrounding Auburn on Thursday, June 26th. The events unfolded approximately five hours earlier that evening, with the fatal shooting taking place around 7:30 p.m. on the northbound section of SR 167, situated just past Ellingson Road in the Algona region close to Auburn.
According to an official statement from the State Patrol, the deceased was discovered inside a Prius automobile at the scene. Further details from the June 27th King County Medical Examiner’s findings confirm that multiple gunshot injuries caused Mr. Jaramillo’s death, and the investigation classifies this as a homicide case. Upon the arrival of the initial responding law enforcement officer, it was noted that Mr. Jaramillo was no longer alive. Additionally, authorities reported that the victim did not have any form of identification with him at the time.
Trooper Rick Johnson, representing the Washington State Patrol, mentioned that the preliminary evidence points to suspects possibly operating a vehicle identified as either a silver Scion or a Subaru, alongside another red sport utility vehicle of an unspecified brand. Johnson elaborated that without further specifics, the ongoing investigation relies heavily on community assistance, urging anyone with relevant observations or dashboard camera footage to contact the State Patrol directly. He emphasized that the nature of the incident—whether it was premeditated, random, or linked to road rage—remains undetermined. State Patrol detectives are actively examining the surrounding area and are dedicating full-time resources to the case.
The Washington State Department of Transportation operates surveillance cameras along the highway, but as stated, these feeds are not recorded, limiting the available digital evidence. Johnson indicated that there is no comprehensive system in place across the state to capture and review such footage. Further updates on the case will be provided as additional information surfaces. Anyone possessing data related to this event is strongly encouraged to reach out to emergency services by dialing 911.
