Update: Police Arrest Suspect in Stabbing Death of Devin Allen

Carlsbad Police conducted an investigation into and identified Juan Rocha as a suspect. With the assistance of the United States Marshal’s Office and the Indianapolis Police Department, Rocha was arrested on Tuesday around 2:30 a.m. at the Greyhound bus station in Indianapolis, IN. 

Rocha, 20, is a documented gang member. He was booked into jail in Indianapolis on suspicion of homicide and on gang related charges. Rocha’s bail was set at $5 million.

Allen, an Oceanside resident, was found stabbed to death Friday night near the intersection of Harding Street and Carol Place in Carlsbad. Police say he was knifed while walking to his car. Detectives identified Rocha, who alternated between homes in Carlsbad and Oceanside, as the alleged killer based on witness statements and clues at the scene of the slaying. Several people saw the stabbing occur but heard no argument or challenging statements beforehand, according to Sgt. Mickey Williams. "We're still trying to figure out the why,'' he said. 

The Carlsbad Police Department is continuing this investigation in an attempt to identify and arrest any additional suspect or suspects associated with the homicide.  Anyone with information is asked to call 760-931-2197.

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