NAPA, Calif. – Two teenagers were tragically shot to death on a Saturday evening in Napa. The incident occurred in the 400 block of Riverside Drive around 8:10 p.m. The victims, who appeared to be female teenagers, were found with gunshot wounds by Napa police.
According to witness accounts, the girls, who seemed no older than 15, were involved in an argument with a third girl near some boats when a dark car approached. The witness heard five shots before the car quickly drove away. One of the girls was fatally shot in the head and back, while the other suffered injuries and later succumbed to them at the hospital.
The witness, who held one of the girls as she passed away, described the area as a formerly quiet and safe neighborhood that has recently seen an increase in gang graffiti and crime. Police have not provided any information on the motive or a description of the suspect/s.
This tragic incident has shocked the community, as double homicides are rare in Napa. The police department is urging anyone with information to come forward by contacting Detective Dustin Dodd. The area of the shooting, once known for its peacefulness, has now become a target for criminal activities in recent years. The community mourns the loss of the two young lives cut short by this senseless act of violence.
Despite the lack of specific details provided by the authorities, residents are concerned about the safety of their neighborhood. The impact of this tragedy will be felt far and wide, leaving a lasting scar on the community. Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of the victims as they navigate through this heartbreaking time of grief and loss.