The Allegations: Amro Mahmoud Shahin is on trial for the alleged murder of Brandon Cook at an apartment complex in Stanton in January 2023. Shahin was working as a security guard, according to court filings, when he and another guard confronted Cook at the complex. Cook was stabbed to death, authorities say. Shahin and the other security guard — Mustafa Mohamedat Mohamed — were charged in connection to Cook’s death. But Mohamed fled the country before his trial, according to court filings.
Defendant(s): Amro Shahin, 41, who is currently on trial. Co-defendant Mustafa Mohamed fled the country, court records show, and is listed as a fugitive.
Charges: Shahin is charged with murder with a sentencing enhancement for the personal use of a deadly weapon.
Victim(s): Brandon Cook
Date of Incident: January 7, 2023
Trial Date: August/September 2025
Trial Location: Central Justice Center in Santa Ana
Presiding Judge: Gary S. Paer
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