Rashawn Tahir Miller, a 21-year-old male from Philadelphia, PA, tragically lost his life on April 21, 2018. He was fatally shot in the head during a house party in North Philadelphia, near the Temple University campus. The incident occurred just after midnight when a gunman opened fire into a crowd of people, resulting in Miller's death and the death of another victim, Viktoriya Manasyan, a 20-year-old woman from Holland, PA. Two other individuals were injured in the shooting but survived with non-life-threatening injuries.
Following the incident, police arrested a 19-year-old man named Sydear Green on May 10, 2018. Green was charged with two counts of murder and related offenses for his alleged involvement in the shooting. Witnesses reported that the shooter emerged from a side alley and continued firing at people standing outside. Despite the arrest, authorities have not disclosed a motive for the attack.
The Philadelphia Homicide Detectives took over the investigation, and they have been working diligently to gather more information and evidence related to the case. The community and authorities continue to seek justice for Rashawn Tahir Miller and Viktoriya Manasyan, hoping to bring closure to their families and friends.
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