Tucson Man Sentenced to Life for Murder
Bariki Hopkins received a life sentence for the 2025 killing of his pregnant girlfriend, Anisa Linette Moreno.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Violence
Judge Danielle Constant sentenced Bariki Hopkins to life in prison plus 32 years following his conviction on two counts of second-degree murder. The sentencing stems from the fatal shooting of his 26-year-old girlfriend, Anisa Linette Moreno, in Tucson.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a high-profile criminal case in Tucson that began after a roommate reported hearing an argument and a shooting. The outcome highlights the judicial handling of domestic violence incidents resulting in multiple fatalities.
A jury convicted Bariki Hopkins of two counts of second-degree murder after acquitting him of two first-degree murder charges. He remains held at the Pima County jail.
The players
Bariki Hopkins
He is a Tucson man convicted of second-degree murder in the death of his pregnant girlfriend.
Anisa Linette Moreno
She was a 26-year-old woman who died after being shot by her boyfriend.
Danielle Constant
She is the judge who presided over the criminal trial and issued the sentence.
The details
Police responded to S. Coconino Vista on January 30, 2025, after receiving a 911 call from a roommate who heard arguing before the shots were fired. Anisa Linette Moreno, who was pregnant, died days after the incident.
Timeline
January 30, 2025: The shooting of Anisa Linette Moreno occurred on S. Coconino Vista.
May 2026: A jury convicted Bariki Hopkins of two counts of second-degree murder.
September 2026: Judge Danielle Constant sentenced Bariki Hopkins to life in prison.
February 9, 2027: A trial for an unrelated aggravated driving under the influence case is scheduled.
Legal Context
This sentencing follows established judicial sentencing guidelines for second-degree murder convictions in Tucson. The case reflects the rigorous prosecution of domestic violence crimes that result in multiple deaths within the Pima County jurisdiction.
The conclusion of this case brings closure to a violent incident that occurred within a local residential area. Residents on S. Coconino Vista can expect no further police activity related to this specific investigation now that sentencing is complete.
The takeaway
This case underscores the severe legal consequences for domestic violence in the Tucson area. It also serves as a reminder of the critical role that roommate and bystander reports play in law enforcement interventions during domestic disputes.
What happens next
Bariki Hopkins is scheduled to appear in court for a separate trial regarding an aggravated driving under the influence charge on February 9, 2027.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by KGUN.
