Juvenile sought in Monroe homicide from Saturday night

MONROE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — One person has died following a shooting, according to the Monroe Police Department.

Around 9:40 Saturday night, officers responded to an incident involving gunfire on the 1800 block of Walkup Ave area.

Officers found 24-year-old Luiz Lopez-Garcia dead at the scene.

After viewing camera footage and speaking with witnesses, investigators say they’re looking for a juvenile suspect. That person’s identity will not be released due to their age.

Anyone with information on the suspect is urged to contact the Monroe Police Department at 704-282-4700.