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A 21-year-old man, Allan Plata, has been arrested for the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Amber Parsons in Orange, California. The incident occurred during the early hours on May 6 when Parsons was driving her SUV. Police found multiple bullet holes in the vehicle, and the suspect fled the scene. Authorities apprehended Plata on May 9 during a SWAT operation. The motive remains unclear, and investigators are seeking more information. This tragic event has left the community reeling and raises concerns over public safety in the area.
Orange – A man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 24-year-old woman in Orange, highlighting a troubling incident that unfolded in the early hours of May 6. The victim, identified as Amber Parsons from Costa Mesa, was driving her Honda SUV with a passenger when the attack occurred.
The shooting took place around 12:30 a.m. at the intersection of Highland Street and Del Mar Avenue. Parsons was in the process of turning around in a cul-de-sac when the gunman approached on foot and began firing at their vehicle from behind. Unfortunately, Parsons was struck by gunfire and pronounced dead at the scene, while her passenger, a woman in her 20s, escaped uninjured.
Responding police found the back windshield of Parsons’ SUV shattered, with multiple bullet holes visible. After the assailant fled the scene before authorities arrived, investigators quickly identified the suspect as Allan Plata, a 21-year-old resident of Orange. Following an intensive investigation, law enforcement apprehended Plata on May 9 during a SWAT operation at a home in La Habra.
Plata now faces multiple charges, including murder, attempted murder, and probation violation and has been booked at the Orange County Jail. The motive behind the shooting is currently unclear, with police unable to determine if the attack was random or targeted. Detectives are diligently investigating the case and are actively seeking more information.
Neither Parsons nor her passenger had a clear reason for being in the neighborhood, as they did not reside there. Local reports indicate that the area has previously been known for gang activity. Notably, the shooting location had been the scene of a police-involved incident in November 2024, raising concerns regarding public safety in the vicinity.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to reach out to the Orange Police Department at 714-744-7571. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous can provide tips through OC Crime Stoppers at 1-855-847-6227.
This tragic event has left the community in shock, emphasizing the pressing need for continued vigilance against gun violence. As investigations proceed, law enforcement is committed to ensuring justice for Parsons and her loved ones while working to bolster safety measures in the neighborhood.
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