News Summary
An 18-year-old, Caden Sylva, has been arrested in connection with a shooting that left a homeowner’s daughter injured. The shooting occurred after an attempted vehicle burglary. Sylva has been charged with aggravated assault and unauthorized use of a vehicle. Police linked him to the incident through surveillance footage and fingerprints. The investigation revealed a second shooting nearby on the same day, further connecting Sylva to these crimes. He is currently detained at Bexar County Jail with a bond set at $80,000.
San Antonio – An 18-year-old named Caden Sylva has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a shooting incident that occurred on April 22. He faces serious charges, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and unauthorized use of a vehicle. The incident took place in a residential subdivision located near Highway 281 and Wilderness Oak.
The police initially responded to reports of a vehicle burglary at the residence, but their investigation revealed that the homeowner’s house had been shot multiple times. Tragically, during the shooting, the homeowner’s daughter sustained a gunshot wound to her leg. Emergency responders found her inside the home, where her father had applied a tourniquet in an attempt to control the bleeding before help arrived.
Prior to the shooting, the homeowner observed two men near his vehicle through his home’s surveillance cameras. When he confronted them, they fled the scene but returned shortly afterward in a white sedan and opened fire on the house, striking it numerous times. The daughter was hit by one of the bullets fired during this incident, prompting immediate concern for her well-being.
Later that same day, a second shooting incident was reported at about 6:14 a.m. in the surrounding area. During the investigation, deputies discovered two abandoned vehicles, a 2013 Hyundai Elantra and a 2020 Kia Optima. Both vehicles were confirmed as stolen and linked to the original shooting. Evidence collected revealed that shell casings from both incidents matched, indicating a connection between the two events.
Further investigation led authorities to recover fingerprints from the Hyundai Elantra, which were identified as belonging to Caden Sylva. On April 28, Sylva was interviewed by law enforcement and admitted to being present at the location of the shooting. However, he claimed to be under the influence at the time and denied firing any shots. He did, however, admit involvement in vehicle break-ins and acknowledged being inside the stolen Hyundai Elantra.
Video surveillance obtained by investigators placed Sylva at the scene during the shooting, with an individual matching his description present when the incident occurred. Following the investigation, law enforcement arrested Caden Sylva. His current status includes being detained at the Bexar County Jail with a bond set at $80,000.
Caden Sylva has a history of legal troubles, with three prior convictions for vehicle theft. The apprehension of the suspect has brought relief to the family of the shooting victim, who expressed gratitude for the decisive action taken by investigators in this case.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding gun violence and vehicle-related crimes in the region, as well as the importance of community vigilance in preventing such incidents. Authorities continue to work on the case as they gather more information and evidence.
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