Victim identified in Twentynine Palms homicide

A suspect has been arrested and charged with murder in the death of a 26 year old man in Twentynine Palms.

Steven Kohus, 26, was shot to death around 9:20 p.m. Sunday in a residence located in the 7300 block of Saladin Avenue, according to police.

When deputies arrived, they found Kohus suffering from a gunshot wound. He died before emergency crews could take him to the hospital.

Deputies also found 22-year-old Brock Myers at the home. He was arrested on murder charges. Police booked him into the Morongo Basin Jail.

The investigation continues, anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Detective Daniel Rodriguez or Sergeant Rick Bessinger at (909) 387-3589.

You can also submit an anonymous tip by calling the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-782-7463.

KESQ & CBS Local 2 will deliver more details as the investigation moves forward.