Nationwide — Jazariah Del Toro, a 16-year-old African American teen from New Brunswick, New Jersey, was shot and killed in her dwelling on Tuesday. Authorities say one other 16-year-old boy, who knew her, has been charged in connection together with her loss of life.
Police responded simply earlier than 2:30 p.m. to studies of gunshots close to North Ward and Lawrence streets. Neighbors mentioned they heard the photographs and rapidly realized that Del Toro, a scholar within the New Brunswick faculty system, had been hit. She was rushed to the hospital however was pronounced useless shortly after.
In accordance with Information 12 New Jersey, the teenager charged within the capturing can be 16. The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Workplace mentioned he’s now in custody, going through juvenile delinquency costs. If tried as an grownup, he might face extra critical costs, together with aggravated manslaughter and unlawful possession of a handgun.
Pals and neighbors described the tragedy as stunning. One neighbor mentioned, “Who desires to listen to {that a} 16-year-old received shot and killed? I don’t know what occurred verbatim, however I do know that her mother is a single mother, and I’m certain these are actually tough instances for her.”
Del Toro’s mom began a GoFundMe to cowl burial prices and assist relocate the household. It has to date raised over $24,000. The group has rallied across the household, remembering Jazariah as a younger life tragically reduce quick.
Authorities proceed to analyze the circumstances of the capturing and are asking anybody with info to return ahead.
