Four teens have been arrested in connection to the death of a 15-year-old in El Mirage, Arizona. According to police, the teens coordinated an attempted robbery that resulted in the fatal shooting of the victim. The incident occurred after they tracked a person who was willing to trade a handgun to the victim, and the teens lured him to a location with the intent of robbing him.
Authorities found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds in the front yard of a home on April 29 and he later died at the hospital. The suspects, identified as Joey Hernandez-Silvas, Marcos Martinez, Fernando Avila, and Joshua Ochoa, were arrested on June 26 and face charges of murder, robbery, aggravated robbery, and conspiracy of aggravated robbery.
The case has been submitted to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, and charges have been filed against the teens. The incident highlights the tragic consequences of violent criminal activity involving teens and the impact it has on families and communities.
The community has been shocked and saddened by the incident, and police are encouraging anyone with information to come forward. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and authorities are working to bring justice to the victim and his family. Stay updated on this story by downloading the 12News app for the latest local breaking news.
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