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EPPD: Armed bystander shot suspect of Cielo Vista Mall shooting, victim identified

By Edwin Delgado

February 17, 2023 10:46 PM

Published February 17, 2023 8:52 PM

EL PASO, Texas -- (KVIA) El Paso Police say an armed bystander shot the suspect behind the Cielo Vista Shooting on Wednesday.

Police say the shooting took place moments after two groups of teenagers got into a physical fight inside the mall.

According to police, a 16-year-old boy shot and killed 17-year-old Angeles Zaragoza.

The suspect along a 17 and 20-year-old men were injured.

Police say the suspect has not been charged as he remains hospitalized.

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