Jesus Perez-Salome, Sebastian and Joshua Lugo-Perez Identified As Victims killed in Shooting in Pennsylvania

In Lebanon, Pennsylvania, a tragic incident occurred on Tuesday night resulting in the loss of three lives. The victims have been identified as Jesus Perez-Salome, Sebastian, and Joshua Lugo-Perez. According to investigators, the incident was a targeted attack. Among the deceased were two young boys and a teenager.

As per a news release, three individuals who lost their lives have been identified as Jesus Perez-Salome, aged 8, Sebastian Perez-Salome, aged 9, and Joshua Lugo-Perez, aged 19. Luis Cancel, 33, was also injured in the shooting.

The three individuals who were killed resided at the location, while their neighbor, Cancel, was struck by a stray bullet. According to reports, Lugo-Perez had no connection to the boys.

Lebanon County District Attorney Pier Hess Graf reported that Jesus and Sebastian were playing outside with their kitten when they were killed. Lebanon Police Chief Bret Fisher has reportedly stated that Lugo-Perez was the intended target due to a “past argument,” according to the site.

A suspect has been arrested in connection with the case involving Alex Torres Santos and James Fernandez-Reyes.

Alex Torres Santos, 22, and a 16-year-old male suspect have been accused by authorities of three counts of criminal homicide in relation to the triple murder,

The accused individuals are facing charges of aggravated assault, conspiracy, and weapons offenses. An unidentified third suspect remains at large.

Lebanon Mayor Sherry Capello expressed her heartbreak for the families during a press conference on Wednesday, stating that as a mother, she couldn’t put into words how she felt.

The interviewee expressed their inability to fathom the emotions that the affected families are currently experiencing. Expressing her disbelief, she stated, “It’s unfathomable.”

Additionally, she conveyed her sorrow for the community, saying, “I am heartbroken for our community.” As of now, the investigation into the triple homicide is still in progress.