• Six suspects, including three juveniles, face murder and burglary charges in the fatal shooting of Larisha Sharell Thompson during a robbery attempt in South Carolina.
• The suspects, including ringleader Asael Aminadas Torres-Chirinos, have been linked to a prior burglary and are accused of showing no remorse, with prosecutors considering the death penalty for Torres-Chirinos.
• The case has sparked debates on immigration enforcement, as all suspects are undocumented immigrants with Homeland Security issuing detainers to ensure they remain in custody.

Six individuals, including three juveniles, face murder and burglary charges after the fatal shooting of a South Carolina mother in what authorities describe as a “random robbery attempt.”

Larisha Sharell Thompson, 40, was found dead in her vehicle on May 2. The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office confirmed she suffered a fatal gunshot wound while parked on Riverside Road, a location just an hour south of Charlotte, North Carolina. Authorities have charged six suspects, all undocumented immigrants, in connection with Thompson’s murder and a related burglary.

Arrests and Charges

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On May 12, the sheriff’s office announced the arrests of Asael Aminadas Torres-Chirinos, 21; Jarby Ardon Ramos-Odari, 18; Jeyson Sobied Pineda-Salgado, 17; and three juveniles aged 13, 14, and 15. All six individuals are charged with murder, attempted armed robbery, and second-degree burglary. According to Lancaster County Sheriff Barry Faile, the suspects acted as a group and attempted to rob Thompson before fleeing the scene when they realized her car was locked.

Sheriff Faile stated, “These six individuals are now in custody, and our community is a much safer place today because of it.”

Details of the Crime

Court documents reveal that Thompson was shot during what police believe was a “random robbery attempt.” The suspects allegedly pulled up alongside Thompson’s vehicle, and Torres-Chirinos, identified as the group’s ringleader, reportedly fired the fatal shot.

Melissa McGinnis, Deputy Solicitor for the Sixth Circuit, confirmed during a May 14 hearing that text messages exchanged among the suspects after the crime showed a lack of remorse. Messages included phrases such as “mission fail” and “this is just the beginning.”

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Former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie Condon commented on the case, saying, “The evidence points to a premeditated plan, followed by no regret or remorse for this tragic event.”

Connection to a Previous Burglary

Just days before the murder, on April 30, the suspects allegedly burglarized the Van Wyck Mart, located seven minutes from the murder scene. Surveillance footage reportedly captured several young men breaking into the store and firing shots at a security camera and door. Ballistic evidence collected at the store matched a 9 mm handgun recovered during the investigation into Thompson’s murder.

Digital surveillance later placed Torres-Chirinos at both crime scenes, with detectives questioning him on May 8. By the end of that day, authorities had identified and detained all five additional suspects.

Legal Proceedings and Immigration Status

The three adult defendants face additional charges, including two counts of firearms possession during the commission of a crime and one count of firearms possession by an unlawful alien. A judge has denied bond for Torres-Chirinos, Ramos-Odari, and Pineda-Salgado.

Defense attorneys for the juveniles, Matthew Niemiec and Mark Grier, argue that their clients were coerced into the alleged crime. Prosecutors, however, describe Torres-Chirinos as the mastermind. Prosecutors are reportedly considering pursuing the death penalty against Torres-Chirinos.

The Department of Homeland Security has issued detainers for all six suspects based on their immigration status. Sheriff Faile clarified, “This ensures they remain in custody until they face the full weight of our judicial system.”

Community and Legal Perspectives

The case has sparked conversations about immigration enforcement and public safety. Condon remarked, “These individuals shouldn’t have been in the country to begin with. This tragic loss could have been avoided.”

While stressing the presumption of innocence for all suspects, Condon added, “It’s hard to understand how someone could commit such a senseless act. The family deserves justice, and I hope they find comfort in knowing authorities are pursuing this case vigorously.”

Seeking Justice for Larisha Sharell Thompson

Authorities continue to build their case as the suspects await court proceedings. Lancaster County detectives are working alongside federal immigration officials to ensure accountability for all involved.

The tragic loss of Thompson, described as a kind and loving mother, has left the local community in mourning. Residents have expressed gratitude for law enforcement’s swift response but remain shaken by the senseless nature of the crime.

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