BETHLEHEM, Pa. – A 21-year-old Bethlehem man died over the weekend after being shot in the city Friday night.
Jose Yapur was pronounced dead early Sunday morning at a local hospital, Lehigh County Coroner Daniel Buglio says in a news release.
Buglio says he ruled the manner of death a homicide. An autopsy is set for Tuesday, he says.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to Mr. Yapur’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. My thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic loss,” Buglio says.
Yapur was shot Friday about 5:30 p.m. on the 1100 block of Maple Street, Buglio says.
The City of Bethlehem Police Department said in a news release that officers observed a .22-caliber firearm at the scene.
A short time later, officers took a 15-year-old male believed to be involved in the shooting into custody, city police said.
Due to the suspect’s age, no additional identifying information will be released at this time, Bethlehem Police say.
In a news release Monday, city police say the juvenile is currently being held on aggravated assault charges.
Police say they are working with the Northampton County District Attorney’s Office to amend the charges to include homicide and related offenses.
“The Bethlehem Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Jose Yapur De Los-Santos as they navigate this tragic loss,’” city police say.
Buglio says the Bethlehem Police Department, the Northampton County District Attorney’s Office, and the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office & Forensics Center are investigating the shooting.
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