Crime
27-year-old Steven Vega killed in Bridgeport shooting
UPDATE: Murder Suspect Wanted in Connection with the Fatal Shooting of Steven Vega.
Suspect Details:
- Name: Nelson Garcia
- Gender: Male
- Ethnicity: Hispanic
- Age: 47
- Date of Birth: August 13, 1977
- Height: 5’2″
- Weight: 150 lbs.
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Brown
- Last Known Address: 242 Lake Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut
Garcia is known to frequent the North End and West Side neighborhoods of Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Nelson Garcia is considered armed and dangerous. If spotted, do not approach him directly.
- Call 911 immediately with any information regarding his whereabouts.
- After contacting emergency services, please follow up with Detective Elizabeth Santora at 203-581-5291.
The public’s assistance is crucial in apprehending this suspect and ensuring the safety of the community. Do not attempt to engage or apprehend the suspect yourself.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
A tragic shooting on Saturday has claimed the life of a 27-year-old Bridgeport man, marking the city’s first homicide of the year, according to police.
The shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. in the 200 block of Lake Street, near the intersection of Reservoir Avenue and Polk Street.
Responding officers discovered Steven Vega, suffering from gunshot wounds to his torso and hand.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the altercation began inside a residence at 242 Lake Street and escalated outside, where the shooting took place.
Vega was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment but succumbed to his injuries on Sunday morning.
Authorities believe the incident was isolated and that Vega and the shooter were acquainted.
Bridgeport Police are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward. Detective Elizabeth Santora can be reached at 203-581-5291. Alternatively, tips can be submitted anonymously through the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS.
This incident is currently under active investigation as authorities work to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
Crime
33-year-old Shawn Egner killed in Hamilton shooting
The other individual involved remained at the scene and is currently cooperating with detectives.
HAMILTON, OH — The Hamilton Police Department is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Tuesday morning, leaving 33-year-old Shawn Egner dead.
Police responded to reports of shots fired around 5:45 a.m. in the 1100 block of Clovernook Drive, located off Southern Hills Lane near Hamilton Cleves Pike Road (Ohio 128).
Upon arrival, officers discovered Egner suffering from gunshot wounds.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to initial emergency communications, Egner was allegedly shot during an altercation involving two adults.
The other individual involved remained at the scene and is currently cooperating with detectives.
Police initially reported that the suspect may have fled in a purple Honda Civic, but further investigation has clarified that no additional suspects are being sought at this time.
Hamilton Police Spokesman Sgt. Brian Ungerbuehler stated that while detectives are interviewing the person involved in the altercation, no charges have been filed.
The decision regarding potential charges will be made in consultation with the Butler County Prosecutor’s Office as the investigation progresses.
Officers blocked off Southern Hills Lane at Hamilton Cleves Pike Road for several hours to process the scene, gather evidence, and interview witnesses.
The motive behind the altercation that led to Egner’s death remains under investigation, and police have not released further details about what may have caused the confrontation.
“This investigation is still in its early stages,” said Sgt. Ungerbuehler. “We are working diligently to piece together the events that led to this tragic outcome.”
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact Detective Ruhl at 513-868-5811, ext. 1271. Tips can remain anonymous.
The Hamilton Police Department will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.