MANASSAS, V.A. — Authorities in Manassas are actively searching for a suspect wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old woman that occurred on July 18 in the area of Pineview Road and Cregger Lane.
Detectives have identified the suspect as 20-year-old German Joseth Torres Lizama, who is now facing charges of murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
The investigation revealed that Torres Lizama and the victim, identified as Ashlin Yamileth Paz, were known to each other and that the incident occurred during a planned meeting at the location. Following the shooting, Torres Lizama allegedly fled the scene in a 2017 blue Hyundai Elantra, sports edition, with Virginia license plate TVT-8777. The vehicle was later recovered unoccupied in Fairfax County.
Torres Lizama is described as a Hispanic male, 5’4” tall, weighing 150 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes, and tattoos on both hands and his abdomen. Despite efforts to locate him, police have been unsuccessful so far.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about Torres Lizama’s whereabouts or any details that could assist in the investigation to contact the police immediately. The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
If you have any information, please contact the Manassas Police Department or the Crime Solvers hotline.
