Man, 19, wanted for murder in Providence still on the run
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A man wanted for murder in Providence is still on the run Tuesday.
Providence police surrounded a home on Hudson Street Monday, where they believed Giron was staying. Ultimately, there was no sign of the 19-year-old.
Providence police shared this previous booking photo of Kevin Giron.
Giron is accused of shooting and killing 19-year-old Juan Carlos Morales at Donigan Park Saturday night.
Chief Oscar Perez said Giron and Morales were together with a group of people drinking, when they left that group and went behind a concession stand. Morales was then shot in the chest.
A 19-year-old man was shot and killed near Donigan Park in Providence on Saturday night, June 10, 2023. (WLNE)
Police’s search for Morales’ killer brought them to Hudson Street, where officers closed off the road and SWAT teams and heavily armed officers surrounded the home for several hours.
Police are seen on Hudson Street in Providence, Monday, June 12, 2023. (WLNE)
Perez said Giron, who has a previous criminal history, is considered armed and dangerous.
According to court records, the 19-year-old suspect was charged last year for carrying a gun without a license.
Candles are displayed in honor of a man who was shot and killed in Providence, Sunday, June 11, 2023. (WLNE)
Anyone with information about Giron’s whereabouts should call the Providence Police Department at 401-243-6406.
