In an early morning incident in Auburn, a gunshot wound victim and a flurry of shell casings drew police response, leading to six arrests and the recovery of multiple firearms. According to the Auburn MA Police Department's Facebook post, officers arrived at 65 Southbridge Street after reports of shots fired around 2:00 a.m. on March 8. They found spent casings from various calibers and two handguns abandoned nearby, suggesting the involvement of multiple shooters.
The police's ongoing investigation, aided by local and state law enforcement, led to six individuals being apprehended over the subsequent days. Marta Molina, Felix Toledo-Caraballo, Alwin Cordero, Jariel Santos, and two minors, ages 16 and 17, face various charges related to firearm possession without proper licensing and other associated offenses. Toledo-Caraballo, considered dangerous by the court, is notably facing his second offense. Multiple witnesses were identified during the probe, yet many proved uncooperative with detectives.
Further searches within the building uncovered additional weaponry—bringing the total count of firearms to six. As this case progresses, the Town of Auburn's Department of Development and Inspectional Services, alongside the Auburn Fire Department Inspectional Division, has engaged with the property owner to ensure regulatory compliance.
The police department expressed gratitude to their Officers and Detectives for their determination in resolving this incident. A range of local law enforcement agencies received acknowledgment for their assistance, strengthening the communal effort to bring the perpetrators to justice. "They have worked tirelessly to identify and apprehend those responsible," stated the Auburn Police Department in reference to their team's perseverance.
While the six involved parties face judicial proceedings, the Auburn Police emphasize that the investigation is not closed; additional charges may yet be forthcoming. In light of this, the department urges anyone with relevant information to contact the Auburn Police Detective Bureau. Anonymity is offered for those who wish to come forward discretely.
