Napa, California – Authorities in Napa made three arrests on Tuesday in connection with a tragic double-fatal shooting that claimed the lives of two teenagers over the past weekend.
The main suspect, John Nicholson Jr., 22, hailing from Vallejo, was taken into custody on Monday for his alleged role as the shooter in the incident. Nicholson now faces two charges of murder for his actions.
Following further investigations, Jessica Whitten, 19, and Judith Adolph, 19, both from Santa Rosa, were also arrested in the early hours of Tuesday on charges of aiding in a felony related to the shooting incident.
The tragic event unfolded around 8:10 p.m. on April 13 in the 400 block of Riverside Drive, situated between Laurel and Oak streets in Napa. According to the authorities, two females, aged 19 and 17, were discovered with gunshot wounds at the scene. Sadly, one victim succumbed to their injuries on-site, while the other victim passed away later in the hospital.
The identity of the 19-year-old victim will be disclosed post an autopsy scheduled for Thursday, whereas the name of the juvenile victim will be withheld from the public.
Individuals possessing any additional information regarding the case are urged to reach out to Napa Police Department Detective Dustin Dodd at 707-257-9568 or via email at ddodd@cityofnapa.org.
With the apprehension of the suspects, the authorities in Napa continue their efforts to bring justice to the families affected by this devastating shooting incident.