A 15-year-old Ghanaian boy, Javits Frimpong, was shot and killed in the Bronx on Thursday morning while walking to school. New York City police confirmed the incident, stating the teenager was struck in the abdomen. The shooting has sparked outrage in both the Bronx and Ghana, where authorities have demanded justice.
U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to grant an immediate visa to the boy’s mother, Madam Doris Adu Gyamfi, allowing her to travel to New York to attend her son’s funeral. The decision was announced by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who stated that Trump’s intervention was in response to Ghana’s calls for justice. The Ghanaian government has also pledged to cover the full travel costs for the mother.
Javits Frimpong was on his way to school in a Bronx neighborhood shortly before 9:30 a.M. When he was shot. His death has raised concerns about safety in the area and highlighted the need for community support. A friend shared an emotional final video call with the boy, which has circulated online. Police are still searching for three teenage suspects in connection with the shooting.
The incident has intensified diplomatic discussions between the U.S. And Ghana, with both sides emphasizing the importance of justice and accountability. The boy’s mother is now permitted to travel to New York, where she will be joined by government officials from Ghana. The case remains under investigation, with authorities working to provide clarity on the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
