# Man in custody after mother and 12-year-old son killed in shooting

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Podcast: [Murder Files Unsealed](https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983)
Published: 2026-07-19T18:21:54+00:00
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## Resource

This source details a catastrophic shooting in Akron, Ohio, that resulted in the tragic deaths of forty-seven-year-old Tania Mangual and her twelve-year-old son, Jericho. The narrative outlines how the suspect, Brandon Casto, allegedly opened fire on their vehicle following a neighborhood dispute, leaving a toddler as the sole uninjured survivor of the attack. Legal coverage within the text focuses on the criminal charges against Casto, including a death penalty specification due to the age of the young victim. Beyond the courtroom, the episode honors the lives and legacies of the deceased while examining the broader impact of gun violence on the local community. It also highlights the outpouring of support for the surviving family members and the emotional toll on first responders. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387/support . This episode includes AI-generated content.

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