A 15-year-old Ghanaian student, Javits Frimpong, was fatally shot in the Bronx on Thursday morning, according to New York City police. The teenager was on his way to school when he was shot in the abdomen, authorities said. The NYPD Chief of Detectives, Joseph Kenny, provided an update on the investigation into the incident, which occurred in a Bronx neighborhood.
The victim’s diary, shared by his family, reveals his aspirations to help friends in Ghana and his faith in the future. His family has raised over $800,000 through a fundraiser. Friends described Javits as a happy teenager who stood up for himself, despite a report from his father about a bullying incident.
The shooting has sparked a walkout by Bronx students. The victim’s mother has been granted a visa by the U.S. Government, following a request from her son’s uncle, according to a statement from a political figure. The case remains under investigation, with no official cause of death or suspect identified at this time.
