Wilkes Barre police searching for fugitive wanted for shooting

Wilkes Barre police searching for fugitive wanted for shooting

WILKES-BARRE, PA – Luis Soto-Madera is currently wanted by the Wilkes-Barre Police Department following an incident on Tuesday at 9:00 am.

At a home on 141 Sambourne Street, Soto-Madera allegedly fired a shot from a handgun at family members. The victims managed to escape to an upstairs bedroom, as patrol officers surrounded the residence.

Upon arrival, officers confirmed the suspect was potentially armed inside the residence with three victims. The Pennsylvania State Police SERT team were unable to locate Soto-Madera following a search of the premises.

The Wilkes-Barre Police are actively searching for the suspect, who is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information about Soto-Madera’s whereabouts should contact 911 or the Wilkes-Barre Detective Division at 570-208-0911, Det Lt Matt Stash.