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Southern California Soccer Coach Charged with Murder of 13-Year-Old Player Found Dead by Roadside

VENTURA, Calif. — A Southern California youth soccer coach has been arrested and charged with murder in the case of a 13-year-old boy whose body was found discarded near a road, officials said. The coach, identified as Mario Edgardo Garcia-Aquino, 43, is accused of killing Oscar “Omar” Hernandez in an alleged attempt to engage in inappropriate behavior with the teenager. Hernandez had been staying temporarily with Garcia-Aquino in his Lancaster home, having traveled by train …

Toledo Community Shaken as Father Charged in Violent Death of 13-Year-Old Kei’Mani Latigue

TOLEDO, OH — The Toledo community has been shaken deeply by the murder of 13-year-old Kei’Mani Latigue, with her father now facing serious charges in a case that has sparked widespread horror and grief. Kei’Mani’s lifeless body was discovered in a dilapidated house on March 25, after she went missing more than a week prior, launching a significant community search effort. The young girl was last observed alive by relatives on the evening of March …

Sentencing Scheduled for Former City Worker in Fatal Shooting of 13-Year-Old in D.C.

WASHINGTON — A 42-year-old former city government employee, Jason Lewis, is scheduled to be sentenced in a D.C. court this Friday for the manslaughter of 13-year-old Karon Blake. The incident, which occurred in early 2023, involved Lewis fatally shooting the unarmed teenager, leading to a conviction that could see him facing up to 45 years in prison. The case began on January 7, 2023, when Lewis encountered a group of teenagers near his Northeast D.C. …

Tragedy Strikes Bessemer: 13-Year-Old Boy Killed in Home Shooting, Mayor Vows Justice

BESSEMER, Ala. — A tragic shooting in Bessemer claimed the life of a 13-year-old boy late Friday night, sparking an intensive investigation by local authorities. The incident occurred inside a residence on 13th Street North, where the victim was discovered by police officers shortly before 10 p.m. Investigators are currently probing the circumstances surrounding the event, which they believe involved one or more suspects firing shots into the home where the boy was located. Despite …

Wichita Community Urges Education on Gun Violence After Tragic Death of 13-Year-Old

Wichita, Kansas – The death of a 13-year-old, caught in the crossfire of a shooting incident, has sparked an outcry in Wichita. Community members are now advocating for increased efforts to educate young people about the devastating impact of gun violence. This tragic incident has shaken the local community, prompting residents and advocates to call for immediate action to address the perennial issue of gun-related deaths and injuries. School administrators, parents, and local leaders are …

Ex-DC Worker Testifies in Court Over Fatal Shooting of 13-Year-Old, Claims Shock

Washington, D.C. — Tensions were palpable in a D.C. courtroom as a former city employee, charged with the murder of a 13-year-old boy, recounted to a rapt jury the events leading up to the tragic shooting. The defendant delivered a personal testimony, explaining the turmoil and disbelief that ensued that fateful morning. The harrowing incident, which has captured local headlines, occurred last year and quickly stirred conversations about gun violence involving youths in the area. …

Fatal Police Shooting of 13-Year-Old Boy Holding Replica Gun Sparks Investigation and Community Outrage in Upstate New York

Utica, NY — A police encounter in Utia, New York escalated tragically when a 13-year-old boy was shot and killed by an officer after he reportedly pointed a replica firearm at police. The incident occurred late on a Friday evening, resulting from a stop involving two youths under suspicion of involvement in a recent armed robbery. The confrontation started when officers, recognizing that the boys matched the descriptions of suspects from a previous crime, approached …