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Man Identified as Suspect in Teen’s Homicide
MERCED – Authorities have identified a 21 year old man as a suspect in the shooting death of a 14 year old in early March.
Carlos Maldonado-Pizarro, 21, was identified Monday as the suspect in a fatal shooting on March 8th.
Police say they responded to a report of a gunfire shortly before 1:00pm near the area of the 1100 block of P Street and arrived to find a 14 year old victim suffering from gunshot wounds. Life saving efforts were provided, but the teen died at the scene.
Authorities identified Maldonado-Pizarro as the suspect in the homicide and issued a warrant for his arrest. Police said he is wanted for the homicide with gang enhancements and should be considered armed and dangerous.
Police believe he drives a red Honda Accord with license plate 6FNJ333.
Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact Detective Jeremy Salyers at (209) 388-7771, Sergeant Jeffrey Horn at (209) 388-7739, or 911. The non emergency tip line is also available at (209) 385-4725 where callers can remain anonymous.
