COLTON, Calif. — The Colton community is reeling with grief following the tragic loss of Armando Andrez Cayetano, who was fatally shot after an altercation near the intersection of North Rancho Avenue and West Valley Boulevard on Monday, October 27, 2025. The heartbreaking incident has left family, friends, and neighbors devastated as authorities work to piece together what led to the deadly shooting.
According to the Colton Police Department (CPD), officers responded to reports of gunfire around 9:20 p.m. in the busy intersection area, a location surrounded by local shops and restaurants. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man later identified as 31-year-old Armando Cayetano suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by police and paramedics, Cayetano was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives quickly secured the area and began an investigation, interviewing witnesses and collecting surveillance footage from nearby businesses. Preliminary reports indicate that Cayetano may have been involved in an altercation shortly before the shooting, though investigators have not yet confirmed the circumstances surrounding the confrontation. Authorities have not announced any arrests, and the shooter remains at large as of Tuesday morning.
“This is a heartbreaking and senseless act of violence,” said Lt. Jason King of the Colton Police Department. “Our detectives are working diligently to identify those responsible and bring justice to Mr. Cayetano’s family.”
The tragic news has sent shockwaves through the Colton community, where Armando was known as a kind-hearted and hardworking man devoted to his family and friends. Loved ones describe him as someone who could light up a room with his smile, always willing to lend a hand or share a laugh, no matter the circumstance.
“Armando wasn’t just my brother — he was my best friend,” said Marisol Cayetano, his sister. “He had such a big heart. He loved his family and always made sure everyone around him was okay. We can’t believe he’s gone.”
Friends remember Armando as someone deeply connected to his roots — proud of his family, his culture, and his community. He enjoyed working with his hands, spending time outdoors, and cherishing moments with loved ones. Whether it was helping a neighbor fix a car, grilling on the weekends, or spending time with his nieces and nephews, Armando was known for his generosity and sense of humor.
The loss has sparked a wave of sorrow across social media, with tributes pouring in from those who knew him best. Many posts describe Armando as a man full of life and laughter — someone whose presence brought people together.
“He was the kind of person who made everyone feel like family,” one friend wrote. “He didn’t deserve this. Colton lost a good soul.”
As police continue to investigate, the Colton Police Department is asking anyone with information or surveillance footage from the area of Rancho Avenue and Valley Boulevard around the time of the shooting to contact the department’s Investigations Division at 909-370-5000 or submit anonymous tips through WeTip at 1-800-78-CRIME.
A memorial vigil is being planned at the site of the shooting, where friends and family intend to gather in prayer, remembrance, and solidarity. Candles, flowers, and photos of Armando already adorn the corner, creating a somber tribute to a man whose life was taken far too soon.
As the Colton community struggles to come to terms with this devastating loss, one message resonates among all who knew him — Armando Andrez Cayetano will never be forgotten. His warmth, his laughter, and his love for others will live on in the hearts of those who were blessed to know him.
Though his life was cut short by violence, the impact of his kindness will endure — a reminder of the importance of love, peace, and compassion in a world that needs it now more than ever.
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