Noah Scott Vice, a 2-year-old boy from Roseville, CA, tragically died on November 29, 2020. The circumstances surrounding his death were deeply distressing, as it was determined to be a murder-suicide involving his mother, Shana Pringle. The bodies of Noah and his mother were discovered in a van parked outside a Century Theater in Roseville. They had been reported missing by Noah's father, and their last known location was in Roseville on November 23, 2020.
Authorities believe that Shana Pringle shot her son before turning the gun on herself.
Shana Pringle had been experiencing significant stress and depression, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the loss of her home, and a recent breakup with her boyfriend. Friends of Pringle noted that she had been struggling with her mental health, and the pandemic's impact had only worsened her condition. Despite these signs, an AMBER Alert was not issued for Noah because it was not clear to authorities whether he was in imminent danger at the time of their disappearance.
The investigation into their deaths concluded that it was a murder-suicide, with no other suspects involved. The Placer County Sheriff's Office identified the victims and confirmed that one of the gunshot wounds appeared to be self-inflicted. This tragic event highlighted the severe impact of mental health issues and the importance of support systems during challenging times. There were no arrests or further legal actions taken, as the case was closed following the determination of the murder-suicide.
