Two teens arrested in connection to 19-year-old’s death

CHARLOTTE — Days after a teenager died in the hospital from gunshot wounds, two suspects have been arrested, according to CMPD.

Emanuel Isaac Parada, age 19, and an unnamed 15-year-old were arrested on Thursday and interviewed by detectives. Following the interviews, Parada was charged with first-degree murder.

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Parada is also charged with possession with intent to sell or deliver marijuana and possession of a stolen firearm. He does not hold any bond.

The victim, Ja’Kez Kyiesh Johnson, suffered gunshot wounds on Saturday around 5 p.m. on Curtiswood Drive. He was taken to a nearby hospital and died from his injuries on Monday.

Johnson’s next of kin has been notified of the arrests.

CMPD has not released what led to the shooting.

This is a developing story; check wsoctv.com for updates.

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