Eleven-year old Jakari Griffin of Louisville, Kentucky was shot and killed while at home with relatives today. So far, police have declined to describe the specific circumstances of the incident but have issued this statement:  “[a]fter conducting all interviews, we believe, at this time, this incident was accidental. We will continue to follow-up to ensure we complete a thorough investigation, but, as of this writing, we do not anticipate charges being filed.”

“It doesn’t matter if it’s an adult or a juvenile. The gun violence in this city is obviously disturbing and it’s a tragedy. That’s someone’s family member,” a police spokesperson also said.

Sources:

“Louisville Police Say No Charges Expected After Child Shot, Killed Near Valley Station,” wdrb.com (June 28, 2022).

“We Now Know the Name of 11-year-old Boy Killed in Southwest Louisville Shooting,” wlky.com (June 28, 2022).