Allentown Police Searching For Suspect After Teen Girl Killed In Triple Shooting
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ALLENTOWN, Pa. (CBS) -- Authorities have identified a man accused of a triple shooting that claimed the life of a 16-year-old girl in Allentown.
The suspect was identified as 36-year-old Antwan Washington. Police say it is believed he is likely still in possession of at least one firearm.
Police responded to the 500 block of Harrison Street where three people had been shot Tuesday around 5:15 p.m.
Officials say 16-year-old Carolina Monsanto suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was transferred to an area hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. Neighbors tried to help following the shooting.
"My wife went in there to try to do CPR. She didn't have a pulse or anything," said one neighbor.
An autopsy is scheduled for Wednesday.
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The two other victims, a 31-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man, remain hospitalized. Neighbors say Carolina frequented the home with her 19-year-old boyfriend.
Her family is still processing the news.
"As a family member, we're all hurt, you know. We're all here just like in shock and just disbelief at this point," said cousin Jessy Severino.
The youngest of two siblings, Carolina was a rising senior at Dieruff High School in Allentown. She ran track, played field hockey and aspired to be a nurse.
"She was a great kid. She was well raised, she had great parents. We loved her very much," said family friend Aida Santos.
Carolina's death is the sixth shooting homicide this year.
"Our investigators are working diligently on several leads at this time. We've been very appreciate of the support and tips that we've got from the community and we appreciate if that would keep coming in," said Allentown Police Capt. Glen Granitz.
Investigators say it is believed Washington and the 31-year-old female victim had been involved in a relationship with each other.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Washington is asked to call the Allentown Police Detective Bureau at 610-437-7721, or 911. Callers may remain anonymous.
