Crime
Alan Nguyen charged after 7-year-old Mia Andujar killed in an accidental shooting inside a Philadelphia home
Investigators are examining whether Mia accidentally fired the gun herself or if a nearby 2-year-old child may have discharged it.
A tragic incident unfolded in Philadelphia when a 7-year-old girl, Mia Andujar, lost her life in what police describe as an accidental shooting inside a residence on I Street.
Authorities responded to a call around 2:30 p.m. on Sunday and arrived to find Mia with a fatal gunshot wound to her face. Despite immediate transport to St. Christopher’s Hospital, she was pronounced dead shortly afterward at 2:39 p.m.
According to the Philadelphia Police Department, the incident occurred while two adults were downstairs and three young children, including Mia, were on the second floor.
Investigators are examining whether Mia accidentally fired the gun herself or if a nearby 2-year-old child may have discharged it.
Philadelphia Police Inspector D.F. Pace described the incident as a preventable tragedy, stressing the importance of responsible firearm storage, especially around children.
On Monday, authorities announced the arrest of 24-year-old Alan Nguyen in connection to the shooting.
He now faces charges including involuntary manslaughter, endangering the welfare of a child, and recklessly endangering another person.
Police are still determining if Nguyen owned the weapon involved or if he was the homeowner.
His relationship with Mia, if any, has yet to be clarified, and no information has been released regarding charges for the second adult who was detained.
As the investigation continues, Inspector Pace reiterated the importance of firearm safety, particularly in homes with children, urging gun owners to ensure that firearms are securely stored and out of reach at all times.
Indio, CA – A 26-year-old man, identified as Lorenzo Segoviano, was shot and killed outside the Food 4 Less store in Indio on Saturday evening, according to the Indio Police Department.
Authorities responded to reports of a shooting around 5:40 p.m. at the shopping center.
Upon arrival, first responders located Segoviano suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite immediate life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary investigations revealed that an altercation occurred inside the store between Segoviano and the suspect.
The situation escalated from a verbal dispute to a physical confrontation outside the store.
During the altercation, the suspect allegedly produced a firearm, prompting Segoviano to attempt to flee.
As Segoviano was running away, the suspect fired multiple shots, striking him.
Segoviano collapsed shortly after and succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Witnesses reported seeing the suspect fleeing southeast from the location.
Indio police officers quickly responded and detained a 19-year-old male suspect within the shopping center vicinity.
He was subsequently booked into the John Benoit Detention Center on charges of murder.
The suspect is scheduled for arraignment on Wednesday and is currently held at the Southwest Detention Center in Murrieta on $1 million bail.
The investigation remains active. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact the Indio Police Department at (760) 391-4057.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through local crime stoppers channels.