Brooklyn, New York – A tragic incident in Brooklyn has led to a 12-year-old boy being charged with manslaughter and homicide after the fatal shooting of his teenage cousin. The New York Police Department’s Deputy Commissioner of Public Information reported that the shooting occurred on Sunday morning when authorities were alerted to a person who had been shot.
While police did not officially confirm the relationship between the victim and the shooter, reports from sources like WNBC and WPIX suggest that the two individuals involved in the incident were cousins. According to WNBC, the boys were playing with a gun when the teenager was tragically shot.
The victim, identified as Josai Guy, was found unconscious with a gunshot wound to the chest and was rushed to Brookdale University Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The 12-year-old suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed by authorities, was charged on the same day with manslaughter, recklessly causing death, criminal negligent homicide, and criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree.
Neighbors of Josai described him as a good child who enjoyed spending time with friends playing basketball at local courts. This heartbreaking incident has left the community in shock and mourning the loss of a young life.
As details of the investigation continue to unfold, the tragic shooting serves as a stark reminder of the importance of gun safety and the devastating consequences that can arise when firearms are mishandled, particularly by children. Authorities are urging families to take necessary precautions to prevent such heartbreaking incidents from reoccurring in the future.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting are still under investigation by law enforcement, as the Brooklyn community comes to terms with the loss of a promising young individual. The family of Josai Guy and the young suspect are undoubtedly grappling with the aftermath of this heartbreaking tragedy, as the Brooklyn neighborhood comes together to offer support and condolences during this difficult time.