14-year-old volleyball player killed in Loíza shooting.

Another minor, also 14, is wounded

By THE STAR STAFF

A 14‑year‑old girl, identified as Rosniellys Marcano Carrasquillo, was fatally shot and another minor -- also 14 -- was wounded in a shooting late Sunday night in the Tocones sector of Loíza.

The attack occurred around 10:40 p.m., shortly after the teenagers had returned from a volleyball game. According to authorities, the girls were traveling in a red Kia driven by the father of the injured girl, identified by police as Héctor Carrasquillo, who has a criminal record. Investigators have not ruled out the possibility that he was the intended target of the shooting.

According to information gathered by police, it was understood at press time that the individuals responsible for the incident were two people riding on motorcycles.

“We believe both minors were innocent victims in this incident,” Lt. José Padín said.

Marcano Carrasquillo died while receiving medical treatment at UPR Carolina Hospital. The condition of the surviving girl -- who Police Superintendent Joseph González Falcón said is the daughter of Héctor Carrasquillo -- was reported as stable. She has been interviewed by the police, according to reports.

The North Volleyball Puerto Rico team, to which both teens belonged, expressed its grief on social media following the tragedy.

“We have just been notified that two of our athletes, upon returning home from a tournament, were struck by gunfire. Sadly, one of them has passed away,” the organization wrote. “They are a family of faith, known for their values and humanity. We lift our prayers that the Lord receive our athlete in His glory, and we ask for the swift recovery of her sister, as well as strength, peace, and comfort for the entire family during this moment of profound sorrow. The North Volleyball family remains united in prayer and solidarity.”

At a press conference on Monday afternoon, the police superintendent said: “We are investigating various angles because the driver of the vehicle has a criminal record for manslaughter dating back to 2021 and is currently on probation.”

“This is not merely a statistic; this is a tragedy that pains us as a community,” González said. “As superintendent, I state this clearly: this impacts us deeply, but it also compels us to act with even greater urgency and determination. This cannot continue to happen, and we will not accept it.”