18-Year-Old Charged With Manslaughter In Shooting Death Of Charlotte Teen
CHARLOTTE —Β Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Departmentβs Homicide Unit are conducting a homicide investigation near the 2600 block of Olando Street in the Metro Division.
On November 27, 2021 shortly before 1:30 pm, officers responded to 2600 block of Olando Street in reference to an assault with a deadly weapon call for service.Β When they arrived, they found a 14-year-old victim with an apparent gunshot wound inside of the home. Officers attempted to render lifesaving efforts and treatment prior to Medic’s arrival. Β The victim was pronounced deceased on scene by Medic.Β The victim has been identified as Vanessa Sarai Santos Garcia.Β Her family has been notified of her death.
As a result of continued investigation, homicide detectives identified 18-year-old Junio Alexis Ramos Estrada as a suspect in this case. After an interview with detectives, Ramos was arrested and charged with Involuntary Manslaughter, Statutory Rape of a Person Who is 13, 14 or 15 Years Old by a Defendant Who is More Than Four but Less than Six Years Older Than the Victim,Β and Possession of a Stolen Firearm. Ramos has been transferred to the custody of the Mecklenburg County Sheriffβs Office.
