A 12-year-old boy was fatally shot near Dunbar High Football Field during a Friday night football game. School officials and police are investigating the incident.
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A 12-year-old boy was shot near Dunbar High Football Field on Friday night while students were playing a football game. The incident has sparked concerns over student safety and raised questions about the response of school officials and school police.
The shooting took place during a Friday night football game, a time when students and families gather to enjoy a sense of community and support their teams. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots and seeing chaos erupt as people scattered to seek safety.
Immediately following the incident, school officials and school police responded to the scene. Their actions and the measures taken to ensure the safety of the students will be detailed in a special report on WJZ at 11 p.m. tonight.
The incident has left the community shocked and saddened, as the safety of children, especially in school settings, is a top priority. Parents, students, and community leaders are calling for a thorough investigation into the incident and demanding answers about how such an incident could occur.
Local authorities have launched an investigation into the shooting and are working to apprehend the perpetrator. They are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in our society and the need for increased measures to protect our children and communities. It is hoped that this incident will spur meaningful discussions and actions to address the root causes of such violence and prevent future tragedies.
As the community grapples with this unfortunate event, support and counseling services will be made available to the students, families, and staff affected by the incident..
