Crime
19-year-old Danielson Varela charged in fatal shooting of Cristiano Macedo inside New Bedford Morna Lounge and Grill
Two female victims sustained gunshot wounds and were treated for their injuries.
A 19-year-old New Bedford resident, Danielson Varela, has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred Saturday at the Morna Lounge and Grill on Acushnet Avenue.
The incident left one man dead and two women injured, according to authorities.
The shooting, reported Saturday inside the popular lounge, resulted in the death of 27-year-old Cristiano Macedo, also of New Bedford.
Two female victims sustained gunshot wounds and were treated for their injuries.
Varela was apprehended on Sunday and now faces multiple charges, including:
- First-degree murder
- Unlawful possession of a firearm
- Carrying a loaded firearm
- Two counts of assault and battery with a firearm
He is scheduled to be arraigned on Monday in New Bedford District Court.
The case remains under active investigation by Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, in collaboration with New Bedford Police and Homicide Unit prosecutors.
Authorities have not released additional details about the events leading up to the shooting or Varela’s alleged involvement.
This tragic incident has shaken the New Bedford community, with many expressing condolences to the family of Cristiano Macedo and concern for the injured victims.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Gunman Neutralized Following Shooting Incident at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York County, No Patient injured
Officials believe at least 2 law enforcement officers were injured in shooting at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York, Pennsylvania.
West Manchester Township, PA – Law enforcement officers have responded to a shooting incident at UPMC Memorial Hospital in West Manchester Township, York County.
According to Ted Czech, public information officer for the York County Office of Emergency Management/York County 911, the initial 911 call reporting an active threat at the hospital was received at 10:43 a.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
Police swiftly responded to the scene, and officials have since confirmed that the threat has been neutralized.
Officials believe at least 2 law enforcement officers were injured in shooting.
A mobile command unit has been established outside the hospital, and law enforcement is actively investigating the incident.
A UPMC Memorial official released the following statement:
“We have received confirmed reports of a gunman at UPMC Memorial, and shots fired. The gunman is deceased, and no patients have been injured. The hospital is now secure. Law enforcement is on premises and is managing the situation. If you are an employee of UPMC Memorial and are not scheduled to work today, please stay home. A hotline has been established at 717-849-5338 or 717-849-5334 for families of patients seeking more information. Families of patients arriving on site should report to the parking lot of the OSS building across the street from the hospital.”
Despite the suspect being neutralized, law enforcement continues to monitor the hospital premises to ensure public safety.
Officials have not yet released details regarding the suspect, possible motives, or the total number of casualties.
As authorities conduct their investigation, a West Manchester Fire Department captain has advised journalists and bystanders to remain at a safe distance from the facility, as emergency teams continue securing the area.
This remains a developing story. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.