The Tucson Police Department has identified the officers and suspect in Monday night’s officer involved shooting that occurred in the area of South Park Avenue and East 34th Street. The suspect, 33-year-old Marcus De La Torre, and Officer Robert Miranda involved were both struck by gunfire.
On October 24, 2016, Officer Robert Orduno and Officer Miranda were working a special enforcement detail, focusing on narcotics and gang activity in the area of Park Ave and 34th St. At approximately 8:00 p.m., the officers observed De La Torre commit a traffic violation while operating a motorized bicycle. The officers attempted to stop De La Torre, but he refused to pull over and committed additional traffic violations.
De La Torre eventually jumped off of the motorized bicycle and continued to flee on foot. During the pursuit, gunfire was exchanged between De La Torre and both officers. Officer Miranda was struck by one of the bullets, which grazed the side of his head. Officer Miranda was then transported to Banner University Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.
De La Torre was struck multiple times by gunfire and was also immediately treated by officers on scene utilizing their IFAKs. De La Torre was then transported to Banner University Medical Center where he is currently in stable condition. Officer Miranda has been released from the hospital.
Upon release from the hospital, De La Torre will be booked into the Pima County Jail on charges of Attempted First Degree Murder and Prohibited Possessor.
De La Torre has an extensive criminal history to include; Aggravated Assault on a Peace Officer, Resisting Arrest, Probation Violation, Unlawful Flight from Pursuing Law Enforcement Vehicle, False Reporting to Law Enforcement, Burglary and Possession of Narcotic Drugs/Paraphernalia to name a few.
Officer Robert Miranda is a 12-year veteran of the department. Officer Robert Orduno is a 10-year veteran of the department.