York Police Charge Man in Shooting Incident
Kevin Armando Medina faces multiple charges after allegedly firing a bullet into a neighbor's bedroom.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Violence
Police in York have charged 24-year-old Kevin Armando Medina with firing a weapon into a neighbor's home on October 16. A bullet penetrated a wall into a second-story bedroom where two children were present.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the dangers of firearm misuse in residential areas and the severe legal consequences for endangering minors. Authorities are processing physical evidence to further understand the timeline of the shooting.
Kevin Armando Medina faces felony charges of prohibited possession of a firearm and discharging a firearm into an occupied structure. He also faces two misdemeanor counts of reckless endangerment.
The players
Kevin Armando Medina
He is a 24-year-old resident charged with multiple felonies and misdemeanors related to the discharge of a firearm into a home.
The details
The shooting occurred in the 800 block of West Poplar Street, where a bullet traveled through a wall into a second-story bedroom. Police investigation uncovered a hole in the bedroom wall, a damaged mirror, and a spent shell casing that matched ammunition found in Medina's desk.
Timeline
The incident occurred on October 16, 2026, at 9:38 p.m.
Legal Context
This case aligns with the application of Pennsylvania's reckless endangerment statutes, which penalize conduct that places another person in danger of death or serious bodily injury. Prosecutors use these specific codes to address instances of indiscriminate weapon discharge in residential zones.
Residents in the 800 block of West Poplar Street may see an increase in police presence as the investigation continues. Authorities recommend that neighbors report any suspicious activity to help ensure community safety.
The takeaway
Gun safety is critical in high-density residential neighborhoods to prevent accidental harm to neighbors. Residents should maintain awareness of their surroundings and report any unsafe firearm activity to local law enforcement immediately.
Further reading
For more information on local safety efforts, visit the York Violence reporting section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by York Daily Record.
