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In a heartbreaking incident on Staten Island, 13-year-old Jamoure Harrell, who was shot in the head, tragically passed away on Monday, authorities announced. Police believe that Harrell was not the intended target of the shooting, adding to the senselessness of the crime.
The US Marshals NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force successfully apprehended a 16-year-old suspect in connection with the playground shooting. The individual now faces charges of murder, two counts of assault, criminal use of a firearm, and threats.
According to police reports, Harrell was among a group of youths gathered near the basketball courts at the Reverend Dr. Maggie Howard Playground when the shooting occurred. Detectives have indicated that Harrell was not affiliated with any gang and simply got caught in the crossfire of a dispute.
Tragically, Harrell, innocently sitting on a bench enjoying an egg sandwich, was struck by a 40-caliber bullet fired from a considerable distance, almost the length of a football field. He was immediately rushed to the University of Richmond Medical Center, but despite efforts to save him, they were unable to save him.
The incident, which occurred in broad daylight, has raised concerns about the seriousness of the situation. Malcolm Penn, a member of a violence prevention program who knew the victim, highlighted the magnitude of the incident, emphasizing that it deeply affected the community. Harrell was an eighth grader at the nearby Eagle Academy charter school and had been active in the violence prevention program.
Malcolm Penn, a member of a violence prevention program, expressed his sorrow at the loss, saying: "Just a bright, energetic kid from the community… Just full of life. It's sad, man. It's a sad situation."
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing as authorities work to bring justice for Jamoure Harrell and bring comfort to the grieving community.
In response to the shooting, a nearby elementary school had to be closed as a precaution. A PS 78 second grader recalled the frightening moments, saying, “I heard gunshots and my friends panicked. We all sat quietly. he made sure he needed to keep us safe. It was a scary experience, with some of my friends crying and everyone feeling scared."
Mike Perry, another violence interrupter, shared his observations of him at the scene, noting that the victim's condition appeared serious as EMTs performed CPR.
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