14-year-old boy shot and killed during possible scooter robbery in NYC: sources
A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in New York City during a suspected scooter robbery on Monday. Local residents expressed concern, noting that violence occurs frequently in the neighborhood.
Local Rhea Lowe said violence happens in the neighborhood “almost everyday,” but that Monday's shooting particularly worries her.
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