Jan Mario Ramirez Andino, an 18-year-old Latino male from Charlotte, North Carolina, tragically passed away on December 23, 2021. He was born on July 24, 2003, in Durham, Nevada, to Reyes Ramirez and Marcia Andino. Jan Mario was a beloved member of his family, and his loss has deeply affected those who knew him.
On the morning of December 23, 2021, Jan Mario was shot and killed inside an apartment on Deergreen Lane in Charlotte. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The incident was investigated as a homicide, and law enforcement authorities launched a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding his death.
As the investigation progressed, three teenagers were identified as suspects in Jan Mario's murder. Ka'ron Commander, 19, and Cameron Hargrove, 18, were arrested on January 13, 2022, and charged with first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit robbery with a dangerous weapon, attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon, and assault with a deadly weapon with the intent to kill. A third suspect, Donte Jones, 18, was arrested on March 16, 2022, and also charged with Jan Mario's murder.
The case has since moved through the legal system, with the suspects facing serious charges related to the murder and robbery. The investigation and subsequent arrests have brought some measure of justice for Jan Mario and his grieving family, but the loss of such a young life remains a tragic and heart-wrenching event for the community.
Jan Mario Ramirez Andino's memory lives on through the love and support of his family and friends, who continue to honor his life and legacy.