Richland, Washington – A federal grand jury for the Eastern District of Washington has indicted Victor Amezcua-Garcia on charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition. The indictment was returned on February 19, 2025, and Amezcua-Garcia was arraigned on February 25, 2025, at the U.S. District Court in Richland.
According to Pasco Police, Amezcua-Garcia was under supervision by the Washington State Department of Corrections with an active felony warrant for escape. The Pasco Police Department had probable cause to arrest him for multiple armed robberies and shootings in Pasco.
Detectives from the Pasco Police Department contacted Amezcua-Garcia by phone on January 24, 2025, posing as rival gang members to arrange a meeting. Amezcua-Garcia arrived at the location in a stolen vehicle with another Sureno gang member. Both were wearing bandanas and sitting low in the vehicle.
When identified by police, Amezcua-Garcia attempted to flee at high speeds through residential neighborhoods. A "pit" maneuver by police eventually stopped his vehicle. Both occupants tried to escape on foot but were blocked by law enforcement. Officers found a loaded firearm with Sureno gang markings in the vehicle and matching ammunition on Amezcua-Garcia.
“I am honored to work with such brave federal, state, local, and Tribal law enforcement officers," stated Acting U.S. Attorney Rich Barker. “I also am honored to lead an office with such talented attorneys and support staff."
The case is being investigated by the ATF, Washington Department of Corrections, and Pasco Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Caitlin Baunsgard is handling prosecution.
An indictment is an allegation; defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.