A 15-year-old Ghanaian student, Javits Frimpong, was fatally shot in the Bronx on his way to school, prompting a student walkout and calls for justice. The incident occurred shortly before 9:30 a.M. On Thursday, according to New York City police. Frimpong was struck in the abdomen, and his death has sparked outrage in both local and international communities.
Frimpong’s father reported bullying days before the shooting, though friends described him as a happy teenager who stood up for himself. The victim’s family has sought justice, with Ghana’s foreign minister pledging support. Meanwhile, the U.S. Government has agreed to grant a visa to Frimpong’s mother, as requested by her son’s uncle, according to a statement from a U.S. Official.
The shooting has intensified calls for safety measures in Bronx schools, with students and parents demanding greater protection for young people. Local authorities have not yet released details on the suspect or the motive behind the attack. The case remains under investigation, with no official statement on the circumstances of the shooting.
