On the evening of March 15th, 2021, tragedy struck a small town in Idaho when a pregnant woman and her toddler were fatally shot. The incident occurred in the city of Emmett, located in Gem County, Idaho. The victims were identified as 29-year-old Autumn B. Partridge and her 1-year-old daughter, Jacee T. Partridge.
According to reports, the shooting took place at around 7:30 pm at a residence on the 400 block of South Johns Avenue. The Gem County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a shooting and immediately responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they found Autumn and Jacee suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of first responders, both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
The suspect in the shooting was identified as 36-year-old Ryan D. Viscarro, who was taken into custody shortly after the incident. Viscarro is believed to have been in a relationship with Autumn Partridge and was the father of Jacee. He has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and is currently being held in the Gem County Jail without bail.
The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation, but authorities have confirmed that it was a domestic violence-related incident. Sheriff Donnie Wunder stated that there were no prior reports of domestic violence involving Viscarro and Partridge, but that they had been in a relationship for several years.
The tragic deaths of Autumn and Jacee have left the community of Emmett in shock and mourning. A candlelight vigil was held in their honor on March 16th, where friends and family gathered to remember their lives and offer support to one another.
This incident serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence and the importance of recognizing warning signs and seeking help. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, there are resources available to help. The National Domestic Violence Hotline can be reached at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or online at www.thehotline.org.
