According to a press release from the Ogden City Police Department received Friday morning, the department’s Major Crimes detectives have obtained an arrest warrant for Isaias Emanuel Carranza in connection with slaying of a 16-year-old on Tuesday.

“Since the incident, Major Crimes Detectives and the Weber-Morgan Homicide Task Force have worked tirelessly, utilizing every available resource to investigate this case,” the release said. “Through extensive investigative efforts and valuable community assistance, detectives have identified a suspect.”

Carranza is wanted for aggravated murder. Carranza is described as 6’1″ tall, 175 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes.

“The Ogden City Police Department extends its sincere appreciation to the community for their continued support and cooperation as we work to bring this case to a resolution and ensure the safety of our residents,” the release continues. “If you see Carranza or know of his whereabouts, do not approach him. Contact your local law enforcement agency by calling 911 or reach Weber Dispatch at 801-395-8221 immediately.”

The release concludes saying that no further information will be released at this time.

The shooting occurred in the area of 5th Street and Gramercy Avenue on Tuesday around 2:45 p.m.. According to a police statement on Tuesday, the victim ended up at Ben Lomond High School just after school had been let out for the day where school staff and the school resource officer attempted to treat him.

Ogden School District Director of Communications Jer Bates confirmed in an email to the Standard-Examiner Friday that the 16-year-old victim of Tuesday’s shooting had been a student at Ben Lomond High School. Due to his age, a name has not been officially released by the Ogden City Police Department or school District.

Bates said between the death of a student and last week’s bomb threat, it has been a challenging time for students and staff at Ben Lomond High School, but that the community has stepped up for the school and its students in this time of need.

“We are incredibly sad for the family that lost a son this week and that sorrow extends to the entire Ben Lomond community,” he said. “In times of tragedy and loss, that is when unity and togetherness are most important. We know that this has been an unimaginable challenge for students, parents and employees. We are proud of the way this school community has responded. They have faced despair through unity and caring. We are confident that they will continue to exemplify courageousness and support for each other in alignment with our theme for the school district this year; Today. Tomorrow. Together.”

Bates also shared a statement from Ogden School District Superintendent Luke Rasmussen that was distributed to district employees and parents on Friday after the police announced that a suspect was being sought.

“Ogden Police have identified a suspect in the investigation of Tuesday afternoon’s tragic shooting that resulted in the death of a Ben Lomond High School student,” he said. “This heartbreaking loss continues to weigh heavily on our community, and our thoughts are with the student’s family, friends, classmates, and all who have been affected.

Ogden School District is fully cooperating with law enforcement as they continue their investigation.”

He also sought to assure parents that there is not a known, ongoing threat.

“We understand that this situation may cause concern among our students, families, and staff,” he said. “Please know that law enforcement has confirmed there is nothing to indicate an active threat to any Ogden School District campus.

“This tragic incident occurred off school property and after school hours. There is no evidence to suggest that any students or school employees were ever in danger at school in relation to this event. Our school safety systems remain in place, and we will continue to work closely with local law enforcement to ensure the ongoing safety and security of our campuses.”

Rasmussen also said that students and staff are being provided all of the necessary resources.

“It’s natural for students, families, and staff to feel sadness, anxiety, or confusion as we process this difficult news,” he said. “These emotions are completely valid. Please remember that help is available.

“Counselors and trained support professionals will be available next week to meet privately with any student or staff member who would like to talk. Parents who have concerns about their child’s emotional well-being are encouraged to contact the school to connect with our counseling team. Students may also connect anonymously with support at any time, 24/7, through the SafeUT website, hotline or mobile app.”

He ends the statement with a call for the community as a whole to come together.

It’s natural for students, families, and staff to feel sadness, anxiety, or confusion as we process this difficult news. These emotions are completely valid. Please remember that help is available.

Counselors and trained support professionals will be available next week to meet privately with any student or staff member who would like to talk. Parents who have concerns about their child’s emotional well-being are encouraged to contact the school to connect with our counseling team. Students may also connect anonymously with support at any time, 24/7, through the SafeUT website, hotline or mobile app.

“Now, more than ever, we encourage our entire community to come together with kindness, empathy, and unity,” he said. “Our students look to us for reassurance and strength, and we will continue to show them compassion and care.”