Scenes from a tragedy: Quadruple shooting leaves Canton neighborhood in shock, mourning
On March 31, Canton police identified the four who died: 20-year-old Cheyenne Calderon, 50-year-old Kelly Freshour and 70-year-old Timothy Keyser. The suspect was identified as 21-year-old Tres Peterson.
According to police, Peterson entered the home through an unlocked door. Once inside, he shot and killed a dog that was in the kitchen. He then followed Cheyenne Calderon through the home, firing shots at her.
Among the dead, authorities found a puppy surviving inside the home. Another dog had been killed.
Police responded to shooting at 529 Smith Avenue NW in Canton on Thursday afternoon.Photo by: Tara Molina
According to police officials, Peterson bought the 9mm gun he used in the shooting in a legal purchase the very same day, March 30. Authorities say approximately 14 shots were fired.Photo by: Megan Hickey
According to police, Peterson entered the home through an unlocked door. Once inside, he shot and killed a dog that was in the kitchen. He then followed Calderon through the home, firing shots at her.Photo by: Megan Hickey
While Peterson was chasing Calderon, he also found Freshour and Keyser who were in a first floor bedroom. Police say he shot and killed all three victims inside the bedroom.
A friend of Calderon, identified as 25-year-old Brandon Posey, was in the living room with Calderon's 3-year-old son when Peterson entered the house. Posey was able to grab the child and run out of the home safely.
According to police officials, Peterson bought the 9mm gun he used in the shooting on Thursday. Authorities say approximately 14 shots were fired.