Jesus Arrango Obituary, DeathAlbany Police have identified 56-year-old Jesus Arrango as the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred late Sunday night on Lipsey Drive. Officers were called to the scene around 11 p.m., where they found Arrango lying in the street with multiple gunshot wounds, including one to the head. Despite immediate response efforts, Arrango was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to neighbors, Arrango was the landlord of a small apartment complex in the area. Some reported that he had been involved in an argument with an unidentified individual days before the shooting. Investigators are working to determine whether this confrontation is connected to the crime. Seven shell casings were recovered at the scene, although police have not yet identified the caliber of the weapon used.
Willie Simmons, a nearby business owner, expressed concern over the increasing violence in the neighborhood. “This is the second murder here. We have shootings all the time and people speeding through the area. It’s very scary,” Simmons said. The proximity of the crime scene to his business has heightened his anxiety about safety.
Albany Police Chief Michael Persley emphasized the senseless nature of the violence, urging those with disagreements to resolve their issues peacefully. “There was a much better way to handle this situation than taking a life,” he stated.
Authorities are actively searching for the person or persons responsible for the shooting. No suspects have been identified at this time, and police have yet to determine whether Arrango was specifically targeted. Chief Persley has urged anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation.
Residents with details about the incident are encouraged to contact the Albany Police Department at 229-431-2100 or reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 229-436-TIPS. Police stress that community involvement is essential in bringing justice to Arrango’s family and ensuring neighborhood safety. The investigation remains ongoing.