The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that it arrested 55-year-old Jose Zayas on Friday, according to a media release, as the suspected shooter in the murder of Culver CityBus driver Bruce Rodriguez.
The LAPD’s Robbery/Homicide Division arrested Zayas on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026. He was booked on a charge of murder. He is currently jailed in Van Nuys and his bail is set at $3 million.
Los Angeles Police Officer Tony Im confirmed on that officers had “taken a suspect into custody believed to be responsible for the fatal shooting,” but declined to answer further questions. He offered that the department would release information later.
Detectives from the LAPD’s Robbery-Homicide Division are “actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident,” Im said.
Judith Martin-Straw
