CONCORD, NH – Late Tuesday night police responded to a “suspicious death” on Silver Street. Hours later a woman was arrested, charged with causing the shooting death of a male victim.
Details are yet to be released, however the Attorney General’s office released the following statement Wednesday morning:
Alicia Castagnino, 24, of Manchester, was arrested on Dec. 11 for knowingly causing the death of the victim by shooting them, and alternatively, for recklessly causing the death of the victim under circumstances manifesting an extreme indifference to the value of human life. An arraignment is anticipated to be scheduled for some time on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in the 9th Circuit Court – District Division in Manchester.
The exact circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation. More information will be released as it becomes available. The identity of the victim is not expected to be released until after family members have been notified, and the completion of an autopsy.
The charges and allegations against Ms. Castagnino are merely accusations, and she is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.