Crime

Police Charge Nephew in Domestic Violence Case Tied to St. Croix Shooting

ST. CROIX – Last week, Edwardo Garcia was arrested and charged for attempted murder after allegedly discharging several shots at his nephew's girlfriend during a physical altercation between the couple. On Wednesday, the nephew – Clemente Cintron III – was also charged for his role in the incident.  According to what the alleged victim told police, she and Cintron had gone out for drinks on January 2, 2026. The night turned sour, so she decided to drop her partner home. Her mother was also with them in the vehicle, so she first delivered Cintron to his residence and then turned towards her mother's house. Along the way, the woman realized that she had forgotten to get her house keys from her boyfriend, so she said she turned back.  According to court documents, the woman said when she returned to Cintron's home, she saw him and his mother outside having a conversation. Her boyfriend's mother reportedly made an untoward comment when the woman asked for her keys, and thus she responded...