Arturo Gamboa, a man initially jailed on suspicion of murder for brandishing a rifle at a “No Kings” rally in Utah, has been released from custody as the district attorney’s office awaits further investigation into the shooting that resulted in the death of protester Arthur Folasa Ah Loo. Salt Lake City police reported that Gamboa, who did not fire his rifle, was allegedly moving towards the crowd with the weapon raised when a safety volunteer for the event fired three shots, injuring Gamboa and killing Ah Loo.

Despite being in an open-carry state, Gamboa is now under strict conditions, including living with his father and being prohibited from possessing firearms. The volunteer who shot Ah Loo has not been publicly identified as investigators continue to determine accountability.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain uncertain, with police appealing for video footage and acknowledging the need to piece together the events. The volunteer, described as a military veteran acting as a safety volunteer to maintain order, used a firearm, a rarity among safety marshals who typically rely on non-violent methods.

Protest organizers did not specify armed security in the rally permit, and attendees were asked not to bring weapons. The “No Kings” protest, part of a nationwide movement against Donald Trump’s military parade, drew about 18,000 people and was peaceful aside from the tragic incident. As investigations continue, the case highlights the complexities of maintaining safety and order at public demonstrations.