Teenager killed in Salem and charged with murder

A Marion County Sheriff’s Office investigator, May 31, 2021. (MCSO)

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — One teenager is dead and another is charged with murder following a shooting in Salem early Sunday morning, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said.

A 16-year-old died at the scene after being shot in the 5500 block of Skyline Road SE in Salem around 1 a.m. Marion County detectives quickly identified an 18-year-old as the suspect and arrested him.

David Ayon-Urbano is scheduled to be arraigned on Monday afternoon. Officials said he faces additional charges in addition to second-degree murder.

The circumstances of the shooting were not disclosed. The victim’s name will not be released, authorities said.

The investigation is ongoing.