Teen Arrested in Connection with 12-Year-Old Boy’s Shooting Death

Introduction to the Incident

A 17-year-old boy was arrested Sunday, May 11, after the shooting death of a 12-year-old boy at Fig/Oleander Park in Compton Friday, authorities said.

Details of the Shooting

The shooting took place around 4 p.m. Friday in the park in the area of North Oleander Avenue and West Fig Street, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies found the boy in the park and administered first aid, the Sheriff’s Department said. Paramedics from the Compton Fire Department took him to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Investigation and Arrest

Witnesses described the suspect as a male wearing all-black clothing, including a black ski mask, adding that he was last seen running northbound on Oleander Avenue and out of view, deputies said. Authorities said investigators determined that the suspect was a 17-year-old boy based on unspecified evidence from the scene. An arrest warrant was issued, and the suspect was taken into custody in Los Angeles at about 10 a.m. Sunday, the LASD said. He was booked at a nearby station and transported to a juvenile detention facility.

Call for Information

Anyone with information regarding the shooting is asked to contact the LASD’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can call 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.

Related Incidents

Other notable incidents in the area include:

• 1 killed, dozens injured after tour bus crash on 60 Freeway in Hacienda Heights
• Former state worker, ex-boyfriend get prison sentence for pandemic benefits scheme
• Family of pilot from Rancho Cucamonga killed in a wildfire helicopter crash reaches a $15 million settlement
• Body found in Oregon nearly 45 years ago linked to notorious serial killer arrested in OC
• Tesla driver charged in LA-area road-rage pipe assaults arrested again in Honolulu

Conclusion

The arrest of the 17-year-old in connection with the shooting death of a 12-year-old boy at Fig/Oleander Park highlights the ongoing issues of violence and the importance of community engagement in preventing such tragedies. It is crucial for the community to come together and support the authorities in their efforts to curb violence and ensure safety for all.

FAQs

• Q: What was the age of the victim in the shooting incident at Fig/Oleander Park?
  A: The victim was a 12-year-old boy.
• Q: How old is the suspect arrested in connection with the shooting?
  A: The suspect is a 17-year-old boy.
• Q: Where can one provide information regarding the shooting anonymously?
  A: Tipsters can call 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org to provide information anonymously.
• Q: What time did the shooting incident occur?
  A: The shooting took place around 4 p.m. on Friday.
• Q: Where was the suspect taken after being booked?
  A: The suspect was transported to a juvenile detention facility.