Crime
17-Year-Old Danyelisse Pabon-Cubero Dies Following Alphonse Street Shooting
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A 17-year-old girl who was critically injured during a double shooting on Alphonse Street has died, Rochester Police confirmed.
The victim, identified as Danyelisse Pabon-Cubero, succumbed to her injuries on Sunday, May 5, nearly a week after the incident occurred.
The shooting took place in the early morning hours of Tuesday, April 30. Rochester Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 1:30 a.m. in the area of Alphonse Street.
Upon arrival, officers located two gunshot victims: Pabon-Cubero and an adult male in his 30s. Both had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
Emergency personnel rendered immediate aid and transported both victims to Strong Memorial Hospital.
While the male victim survived, Pabon-Cubero remained in critical condition until she passed away five days later.
Shortly after the shooting, investigators identified 18-year-old Michael Garcia as the primary suspect.
He was taken into custody later that same day during a lengthy SWAT operation in Brockport.
Two additional individuals were also detained during the operation, though their identities and involvement have not been disclosed.
Garcia was initially charged with assault in connection with the shooting.
However, with the death of Pabon-Cubero now confirmed, Rochester Police say his charges will be upgraded to second-degree murder.
Formal amendments to the charges are expected during his next court appearance.
The investigation remains ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to contact the Rochester Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.