LOGAN — A 32-year-old Logan man with a lengthy criminal history has been arrested following an alleged shooting late Saturday night in Logan, according to law enforcement. The incident was reported around 11 p.m. near 330 W. 100 North.
Jail records show, Rocky E. Rivera was booked into the Cache County Jail on suspicion of attempted murder, aggravated assault and possession of a dangerous weapon by a restricted person. He is currently being held without bail, pending arraignment of formal charges in Logan’s 1st District Court.
According to an arrest affidavit, Logan City Police officers were called to a Logan residence Nov. 16. The complainant stated there were two individuals shooting at each other and at least two gun shots were heard.
Police arrived and contacted several individuals at the home, including the suspect, Rocky Rivera. He had two stab wounds to his right shoulder, and was transported to Logan Regional Hospital for treatment.
Officers also located a spent pistol cartridge and a black knife on the sidewalk and grassy area in front of the residence, the probable cause statement outlined.
A male individual told police he had driven his female cousin to Rivera’s home to pick up her child. When they arrived, the suspect allegedly walked around to the driver’s side of the car and began stabbing the man in the shoulder. The assault continued until the driver was able to put the vehicle in drive and get away.
A short time later, the man and woman returned to Rivera’s home to retrieve the child again. This time, the suspect came out of the residence with a pistol and shot into the ground. He then pointed the weapon at the male and said he was going to kill him, firing the gun a second time. The fight continued, with the alleged victim stabbing Rocky with a black knife he had in his pocket, the arrest affidavit detailed.
Police reported the alleged victim had a deep cut on his left hand, consistent with a defensive wound. He also had a thick black jacket on that had several puncture holes on the left sleeve. There was also a stab wound on his left arm.
When police attempted to question Rivera, he immediately requested an attorney.
Officers obtained several warrants to search the residence. They found a large amount of blood and a holster inside the home. Video footage from a doorbell camera also showed the disputes and shooting, the PC statement described.
Police noted Rivera has previous convictions for associating with other gang members. They are asking for him to be held without bail, claiming he poses a substantial danger to the community or could flee the area if released.
Individuals arrested and charged in complaints are presumed innocent unless or until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in court.