Second Person Charged in Death of 12-Year-Old Girl in Calumet Heights
Wright Faces One Felony Count of Child Endangerment Resulting in Death
Tyler Wright, 19, has been charged with one felony count of child endangerment resulting in death in connection with the shooting death of 12-year-old Dalilah Batey in the Calumet Heights neighborhood. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, Wright was already on pretrial release for an unrelated weapons case.
Preliminary Investigation Reveals Disturbing Circumstances
Preliminary investigation indicated that the girl was struck by gunfire Sunday night inside a residence on the 9200 block of South Harper Avenue. She was transported to Comer Children’s Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
Police Reveal Disturbing Details of the Incident
Police said that Wright invited a group of children, between the ages of 12 and 14, over to his home. The Sun-Times reports that the kids were smoking weed, drinking alcohol, and playing with guns. According to the report, Dalilah was sitting on the floor as the others were sitting on the bed and playing with the gun, when it discharged, striking Dalilah above the right eye.
Second Person Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter
A 14-year-old boy has also been charged with one felony count of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the girl’s death.
Consequences of the Incident
The shooting death of Dalilah Batey has sent shockwaves through the community, and those responsible are facing serious consequences. Wright’s charge of child endangerment resulting in death carries a possible sentence of up to 15 years in prison. The 14-year-old boy charged with involuntary manslaughter may also face a lengthy prison sentence, depending on the outcome of his case.
FAQs
* What is the charge against Tyler Wright?
One felony count of child endangerment resulting in death
* How old was the victim, Dalilah Batey?
12 years old
* What was the context of the incident?
A group of children were playing with guns and drinking alcohol at Wright’s home when the shooting occurred
* What is the maximum sentence for child endangerment resulting in death?
15 years in prison
