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Updated: Suspect in Discovery Bay Homicide Turns Himself Into Authorities

by ECT

Detectives from the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff have identified 19-year-old Brayan Zavala of Antioch as the suspect in the homicide of 48-year-old Bradley MacHugh of Discovery Bay.

There is currently an arrest warrant for Zavala, who is described as a Hispanic male, 5’,8”, 130 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

He is believed to be driving a 2005 silver C240 Mercedes Benz sedan with California license plate — 7TMJ018.

Detectives say MacHugh was involved in a dispute with occupants in two vehicle over reckless driving early Sunday morning. During the dispute, Detectives believe suspect Zavala produced a gun and shot MacHugh.

Zavala is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached.

Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of Zavala is asked to contact the Investigation Division at (925) 404-4200 or call the anonymous tip lines at (925) 313-1166 or (866) 846-3592. Tips can also be emailed to: [email protected].

—UPDATE—

Suspect in Discovery Bay Homicide in Custody

The suspect in the homicide of 48-year-old Bradley MacHugh of Discovery Bay has been taken into custody.
This afternoon at about 5 PM, suspect Brayan Zavala volunteered to turn himself in to police. Deputy Sheriffs, assisted by the Antioch Police Department, arrested Zavala.
19-year-old Zavala of Antioch was interviewed by Office of the Sheriff Detectives.
At about 7:30 PM, Zavala was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility on a murder charge. He is being held in lieu of $1 million bail.
The investigation into this case is ongoing. Detectives say MacHugh was involved in a dispute with occupants in two vehicles over reckless driving early Sunday morning. During the dispute, Detectives believe Zavala produced a gun and shot MacHugh.
Anyone with any information on the case is asked to contact the Investigation Division at (925) 404-4200 or call the anonymous tip lines at (925) 313-1166 or (866) 846-3592. Tips can also be emailed to: [email protected].

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21 comments

SP Nov 1, 2017 - 7:31 pm

Now that he is arrested, hopefully the state puts him to death !!!

Jay Nov 1, 2017 - 10:19 pm

How about a trial first? We aren’t the Taliban.

Dawn Nov 1, 2017 - 8:34 pm

Apparently, there were two cars and others with him. They should also be found and included in that penalty.

Ranger up Nov 1, 2017 - 10:06 pm

Why? Why are boys these days cowards? Shooting unarmed man is pure cowardice. All responsible should face death penalty. Its time we start making this unacceptable

Lola Saavedra Nov 1, 2017 - 10:18 pm

A lot of juveniles are committing some heinous crimes knowing the courts will go easy on them. For some stupid reason, their names cannot be made public because they are ‘juveniles.” This is absurd and has to stop. This Zavala guy is over 18, so he doesn’t fit into this pattern, but his cumpadres were most probably juvies.

Nick Nov 2, 2017 - 10:33 am

Lola, juveniles always have and always will be protected, and rightfully so. They’re kids. They’re punished at the juvenile level. If you really think a ten year old should be held to the same standard as a 40 year old man – you’re ignorant.

Yes, I’m a Republican, but a moderate Republican. This guy is over 18, so he will be tried as an adult. When juveniles commit adult crimes, they are tried as an adult.

I don’t like it any more than you when kids do stupid crap. But I “get it” why their names aren’t printed.

Wise up.

Lola Saavedra Nov 2, 2017 - 5:25 pm

Nick ……… If they have the presence of mind to commit MURDER, I don’t care how old they are! Today, what they get is no punishment at all. They can murder someone and go free! This is simply WRONG! They should never be protected!

Nick Nov 2, 2017 - 5:41 pm

Lola… When kids under eighteen commit murder, they’re usually tried as ADULTS. They don’t go FREE for murder, and you know it. They do get lighter sentences as juveniles.

If you don’t have any kids – don’t have any. There’s no way you’d survive as a mother. You’d have a nervous breakdown or state intervention.

Dawn Nov 6, 2017 - 12:17 am

Nick, the courts have decided that juveniles who commit heinous crimes, including murder, cannot get life sentences without parole! Which means, the bastards can get out. This is not right!

Not all kids become criminals, but those who choose that path, should be put away forever!

Gerold P. Willerson Nov 1, 2017 - 10:20 pm

Wouldn’t it be a shame if someone ended his life in prison? On Dia de los muertes, it is a shame that this thug is not dead instead of his victim. There’s is no need to come into our peaceful community and kill a law abiding citizen. I hope you are soon rotting in hell, Mr. Brayan Zavala!

Chris G Nov 2, 2017 - 1:18 am

God have mercy on this cowards soul because I am hoping the courts will have none whatsoever on this coward.

Jo Nov 2, 2017 - 6:02 am

Quick speedy trial, then a public stoning.

American Nov 2, 2017 - 12:12 pm

A new meaning to live where you play. East County is becoming a dangerous place these days.

Dg Nov 2, 2017 - 8:25 pm

What happened to the good ol days where we fist fight. These kids are pussies and scared to take an ass whooping.any one can pull a trigger it’s takes a man to put your dukes up and scrap. And live to talk about it

Dg Nov 2, 2017 - 8:26 pm

What happened to the good ol days where we fist fight. These kids are pussies and scared to take an ass whooping.any one can pull a trigger it’s takes a man to put your dukes up and scrap. And live to talk about it

Dirty Harry Nov 3, 2017 - 12:47 am

The Liberal Democratic Snowflakes that run this state will make sure nothing to severe happens to him. One of those people are actually looking forward to defending this P.O.S. He’ll be back out on the streets after a slap on the hand ready to kill again. This is California, your new Wanna-be Sanctuary State. Get ready California, this is just the beginning. The crime in this Blue, One-Party State is going to get way worse. Wait until Gavin or Kamala becomes the next Governor. Just wait!

Trent Harper Nov 4, 2017 - 8:56 am

What if the older gentleman was expressing views of treason against the US government and the younger gentleman was exercising his 2nd amendment? Come on man, it’s sad and quite pathetic when grown ups buy into the Republican-Democrat facade, we all know with money or position of power you’re immune to the law.

American Nov 4, 2017 - 11:06 am

Yes, that is very true. A prime example is Hillary Clinton

Chris G Nov 4, 2017 - 11:17 pm

Absolutely and so is Trump, Republicans and Democrats the two sides of the same coin. Heads or tails pick your poison, if we as a people new our power we would not elevate none of these clowns. We are being divided by sick individuals, Good Luck America.

Pimp master Nov 3, 2017 - 9:24 pm

New album coming soon y’all should get it

Larry Nov 4, 2017 - 6:38 pm

Dirty Harry is spot on,,

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