Diego Sanchez, a 21-year-old man from Caldwell, Idaho, has died after being shot in a parking lot on South Kimball Avenue, with authorities investigating the killing as a homicide.
Sanchez was shot on the evening of Wednesday, September 23, 2026, in the 1600 block of South Kimball Avenue. He was taken to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, where lifesaving efforts were unsuccessful. The Ada County Coroner’s Office said he was pronounced dead at approximately 6:29 p.m.
Diego Sanchez Cause of Death
The Ada County Coroner’s Office identified multiple gunshot wounds as Sanchez’s cause of death and ruled the manner of death a homicide.
Caldwell police initially responded to reports of multiple gunshots at approximately 5:43 p.m. Witnesses reported seeing several vehicles leave the area after the shooting.
Officers found Sanchez with gunshot wounds and provided emergency assistance before he was transported to the Boise hospital.
Caldwell Shooting Investigation
The shooting remains an active investigation by the Caldwell Police Department.
According to police, officers gathered witness information and information about a vehicle believed to be associated with the suspect. Detectives later used the department’s automated license plate reader system to identify the vehicle and then identify a suspect.
On September 24, police announced the arrest of a 15-year-old boy in connection with Sanchez’s death.
The teenager was arrested without incident with assistance from the Metro Violent Crime Task Force, U.S. Marshals, Idaho State Police, the Canyon County Sheriff’s Office and Canyon County Probation and Parole. He was booked into the Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention Center on a murder charge under Idaho law.
Because the suspect is a juvenile, additional details about his identity and the case may be restricted.
What Happened to Diego Sanchez?
The precise circumstances leading up to the shooting have not all been publicly established.
Caldwell police said they received multiple reports of gunshots from the South Kimball Avenue area. Several vehicles were reportedly seen leaving the location.
Neighbors interviewed by Idaho News 6 described hearing multiple rounds of gunfire and later seeing Sanchez on the ground. Police said officers immediately began providing first aid until medical personnel arrived.
Sanchez was transported to Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, where he was pronounced dead despite continued lifesaving efforts.
Diego Sanchez Obituary Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Diego Sanchez |
| Age | 21 |
| Hometown | Caldwell, Idaho |
| Date of death | September 23, 2026 |
| Location of shooting | 1600 block of South Kimball Avenue, Caldwell |
| Hospital | Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Boise |
| Cause of death | Multiple gunshot wounds |
| Manner of death | Homicide |
| Investigation | Caldwell Police Department |
| Arrest | 15-year-old suspect arrested September 24 |
| Funeral information | Arrangements reported through Dakan Funeral Chapel |
An obituary listing for Diego Sanchez-Marin gives his date of birth as August 26, 2005, and his date of death as September 23, 2026. The listing states that funeral arrangements are under the care of Dakan Funeral Chapel in Caldwell.
Arrest Made in Diego Sanchez Homicide
The arrest represents a significant development in the investigation.
Caldwell police said detectives worked with the Canyon County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office to obtain an arrest warrant before locating the teenage suspect.
Police said additional charges or arrests could follow as investigators continue examining the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The arrest itself does not establish guilt. The allegations against the juvenile remain subject to the legal process.
Community Reacts to Caldwell Shooting
The fatal shooting has drawn attention in Caldwell as investigators work to establish what happened.
Police have asked anyone with information about the incident to contact Caldwell Police detectives at 208-455-3115. Anonymous information can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.
Authorities have said there was no indication of an ongoing threat to the wider public following the shooting.
Remembering Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez was 21 years old and lived in Caldwell, Idaho.
A newly published obituary listing describes him as someone who leaves behind family members and friends who are mourning his loss. More personal details about his life, including family statements and memorial arrangements, may become available through his loved ones and funeral home as arrangements continue.
His death has left investigators working to reconstruct the events that led to the shooting and determine the full circumstances surrounding the homicide.
Diego Sanchez Dies at 21
Diego Sanchez died on September 23, 2026, after suffering multiple gunshot wounds in a Caldwell shooting.
The Ada County Coroner’s Office ruled his death a homicide, while Caldwell police continue investigating the case. A 15-year-old suspect was arrested the following day and booked on a murder charge.
As the investigation continues, authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information released by the Ada County Coroner’s Office, Caldwell Police Department and current local reporting. The homicide investigation remains active, and allegations against the arrested juvenile have not been adjudicated in court. Additional information may be released as the investigation and legal proceedings continue.