Teenager Charged in Federal Custody for Murder of Woman with Walker in East Harlem

Suspect Arrested in East Harlem Shooting

• 🎯 An 18-year-old, Faisil McCants, has been taken into federal custody for the murder of a 69-year-old woman in East Harlem.
• 🚶‍♀️ The victim, Robin Wright, was walking home from picking up lunch using her walker when she was fatally shot in the face.

Federal and Local Charges

• ⚖️ McCants faces federal charges for possessing and using a machine gun, classified as a firearm capable of rapid, non-manual reloading.
• 🚨 He also faces local murder and robbery charges from the NYPD, with potential for life in prison.

Investigation Details

• 🕵️‍♂️ Authorities believe McCants was involved in a robbery of a suspected drug dealer with at least two accomplices when the shooting occurred.
• 🔫 The bullet that killed Robin Wright was fired from a block away.

Community Reaction and Ongoing Search

• 💔 The death of Robin Wright, described as a "caring soul" and "beautiful person," has devastated her loved ones and sparked outrage over gun violence.
• 🗣️ Elected officials and candidates have visited the community to address concerns about gun violence.
• 🔍 Law enforcement is still searching for at least one of McCants' alleged accomplices in the robbery.
• 📅 McCants is scheduled to appear in federal court tomorrow to face the charges.