***UPDATE on March 26, 2025: As a result of the ongoing investigation, Detective Harry Valverde charged Efrain Torres-Ramos Jr., 18, of the 200 block of Kentshire Drive, with one count of Firearms Not to Be Carried Without a License (F3) and three counts of Recklessly Endangering Another Person (M2) before Magisterial District Judge Witkonis. On March 26, 2025, a search warrant was executed at Torres-Ramos Jr.'s residence by the Lancaster Bureau of Police, with assistance from the Lancaster Township Police. Torres-Ramos Jr. was taken into custody during the operation.

Additionally, an adult male at Torres-Ramos' residence was arrested by Lancaster Township Police on unrelated charges. During the search, a firearm was recovered. The investigation into the firearm remains ongoing.***

On March 23, 20205, around 1:15 pm, Lancaster City police officers responded to the 600 block of First St. due to a report of shots fired and multiple individuals running from the residence. Once on scene, officers removed multiple adults and juveniles from the residence. All were uncooperative and did not provide much information on the incident that had just taken place.

An individual, Gregory White, attempted to walk into the crime scene area in front of the residence but was subsequently arrested for disorderly conduct and obstruction. A crowd had formed and became disruptive after the arrest. Our department called in additional resources from the Manheim Township police department and Lancaster Township police department to help with crowd control.

During the investigation, officers located evidence that showed, at some point, a firearm had been discharged inside the residence. Fortunately, no one was injured during this incident. 

This incident is still under investigation. If anyone has relevant information regarding this incident or the individuals involved, please contact Detective Harry Valverde at valverdh@lancasterpolice.com or leave an anonymous tip through Crimewatch.