A 15-year-old Ghanaian student, Javits Frimpong, was shot and killed in the Bronx, New York, on Thursday. His father, Thomas Frimpong, has publicly condemned the incident and called for accountability. The teenager was found with a gunshot wound to his abdomen shortly before 9:30 a.M.
Frimpong was a student at DreamYard Preparatory School in the Bronx. Reports suggest he had been experiencing bullying at school. The shooting occurred near Crotona Park, close to his school route. His father suspects the suspects involved in his son’s death.
This is the second known incident involving a Ghanaian teen in the Bronx in less than a year. The boy had recently moved to the United States. His death has raised concerns about safety for students in the area.
The case highlights ongoing issues of bullying and violence in schools. It also underscores the challenges faced by immigrant youth in new environments. Authorities are investigating the incident.
The father has expressed his grief and anger, urging the community to take action. The case remains under review by local police.
