Surprise Police Department officers have made an arrest in connection with the death of 53-year-old Sean Hernandez, who was found deceased in the front yard of a residence near West Bell Road and North Dysart Road on June 11, 2025.
According to the Surprise Police Department, at the time of the incident, detectives took 27-year-old Nathan Sobarzo into custody on unrelated robbery charges as the investigation continued. During their investigation, detectives learned that Sobarzo lived at the home and was the cousin of the victim, Sean Hernandez.
In early November, investigators received new DNA results from the state crime lab linking Sobarzo to the crime.
On November 13, 2025, Sobarzo was taken into custody by Surprise Police Department officers immediately following his release from incarceration on unrelated charges. He has since been booked into the Maricopa County Jail on a Second Degree Murder charge related to Mr. Hernandez’s death.
“This arrest is the result of diligent, coordinated police work and strong community partnerships,” said Chief of Police Evan Becher. “Through service, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice, the Surprise Police Department remains focused on bringing closure to victims and ensuring the safety of our community.”
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