Stockton, CA– Today, District Attorney Ron Freitas announced the arraignment of Steven Guerrero Jr., 25, of Stockton, who is charged with the murders of Joe Pena, Kim Huynh, and Alfred Nguyen in their Stockton home on June 8, 2024. Guerrero faces three counts of murder, each with multiple Special Circumstance allegations, including multiple murders, lying in wait, and committing murder during the commission of a burglary. Additionally, the charges include allegations of using a firearm and being a felon in illegal possession of a firearm.

"This was not a random crime. It was targeted, calculated, and vicious," said District Attorney Ron Freitas. "Let this be clear: if you take a life in San Joaquin County, we will find you, and you will face the full power of this Office. Our community is not a hunting ground for criminals."

Guerrero did not enter a plea at his arraignment, and bail was set at no bail. The case has been continued to October 2, 2024. The maximum penalty Guerrero faces is Life Without the Possibility of Parole or the Death Penalty.

District Attorney Freitas commended San Joaquin County Sheriff Patrick Withrow and his detectives for their "relentless" work on this case. He also extended gratitude to Chief of Homicide Mark Ott, Deputy District Attorney Teresa Stroud, and the office’s investigators and Victim Witness Unit for their unwavering support to the victims' families.

"Our office will ensure that justice is pursued to the fullest extent for Joe, Kim, and Alfred. This is about defending the peace of our community and sending a clear message: violence will not go unchecked in San Joaquin County."

The San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office will continue to provide updates as the case progresses.

You can watch the full press conference here: