Feds bust boy, 13, for handing teen the gun used in fatal shooting of innocent girl in Bronx schoolyard: sources
A tragic incident unfolded in a Bronx schoolyard last week, resulting in the death of 16-year-old Morris High School freshman Evette Jeffrey. Law enforcement sources have now revealed that a 13-year-old boy, believed to have supplied the gun used in the shooting, has been apprehended by the US Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force.
The boy, who had been on the run since the May 12 shooting, was found at a family friend’s apartment in NYCHA’s Forest Houses on Monday morning. Charges are pending against the boy, who is set to turn 14 in two months. This arrest marks the second teenager taken into custody in connection to the tragic murder of Evette Jeffrey.
The alleged 14-year-old gunman, who had previously appeared before a judge from a hospital bed, has been charged with second-degree murder. Despite pleading not guilty, he has been ordered to be held without bail. Assistant District Attorney Timothy Collins detailed the events, stating that the defendant fired multiple shots towards a group of school-age children, ultimately striking Evette in the head. The incident was captured on video, clearly identifying the defendant as the shooter.
The shooting took place outside a building housing three schools in the Morrisania neighborhood. Investigators believe the violence stemmed from a feud between two street gangs, the Forest Over Everything crew, and the newly formed Kreep On Davidson gang. Despite not being involved in the dispute, Evette found herself in harm’s way and tragically lost her life while seeking cover behind a wall.
Evette’s family described her as a bright and innocent teenager, celebrating her first anniversary with her boyfriend at a Chinese restaurant before the heartbreaking incident occurred. Her grandmother, unable to forgive those responsible for her granddaughter’s death, expressed her deep sorrow and anger towards the individuals involved.
As the community mourns the loss of Evette Jeffrey, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of gun violence among young individuals. The authorities continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic shooting, seeking justice for Evette and her grieving family.
