Teen Arrested, Charged with Murder in December Shooting
A teenager, identified as 17-year-old Thaddeus Lowery, has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the December 2, 2024, shooting death of 25-year-old Christopher Santana. The incident occurred in the rear parking lot of 730 George Street in…
Hartford & New Haven, CT, August 20, 2026 —
New Haven, CT – A 17-year-old male has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of Christopher Santana, 25, which occurred on December 2, 2024. The arrest of Thaddeus Lowery, identified as the suspect, was announced by authorities. Lowery was 15 years old at the time of the incident.
The fatal shooting took place in the rear parking lot of 730 George Street in New Haven. According to police, Santana had arrived at the location for a marijuana sale that had been arranged through the social media platform Instagram. Investigators believe that robbery was the primary motive behind the shooting.
Following his arrest, Lowery, now 17, has been transferred to adult court. The specific details regarding the arrest date and Lowery’s court proceedings were not immediately available.
The New Haven Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident. Further information will be released as it becomes available.
Story summarized from the original created by Jennifer Lambert on www.nbcconnecticut.com, see more information here.
