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One teen dead, another shot, third arrested in Winston-Salem

Police say that witnesses saw a vehicle pull up and shoot the two teenagers in a Winston-Salem neighborhood.
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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The families of three teenagers have been changed forever following a shooting in Winston-Salem. 

Police arrived on Utah Drive around 12:37 a.m. on Aug. 1. They found two 14-year-old boys who had been shot. 

Jesus Candela-Abonza was pronounced dead on the scene. Dylan Lopez was rushed to Wake Forest Baptist Medical center. According to a press release, his status is unknown. 

Investigators said eyewitnesses saw a car pull up and shoot at the two victims. 

They later identified and arrested a 17-year-old. The teen was charged with accessory after the fact to felony. The teen is being held in a juvenile holding facility. 

Police have not released any other details on the suspect. 

Investigators ask that you call Winston-Salem CrimeStoppers at (336)727-2800 if you have any information on this shooting.

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