Girl, 16, Shot Dead by Brother in Comayagua

Published on Honduras Daily · Sep 2, 2026 · Originally reported September 1, 2026 by La Prensa

Allison Adriana Sánchez Montoya, 16, was shot in the head at her home in La Trinidad, Comayagua, on Sunday night when her brother Danilo allegedly opened fire as she answered the door; she died at Hospital Santa Teresa despite doctors' efforts.

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Also reported by: El Heraldo, HCH, TuNota (Canal 5 / TSI)

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