Four gang members arrested and charged with murder for shooting of 7-year-old boy
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In Jacksonville, Florida, four men have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of seven-year-old Breon Allen Jr., who was killed on January 24. The suspects, aged 18 to 24, are known gang members or associates facing serious charges, including second-degree murder and conspiracy. Authorities attribute the shooting to escalating violence between rival gangs, stating it was a targeted act where the child was innocent bystander caught in the crossfire. Jacksonville officials promise continued investigations to hold all responsible parties accountable, urging justice for Allen's family.
Keith Fields, 18, Dannel Larkins, 20, Keith Johnson, 21, and 24-year-old Zharod Sykes were arrested in connection with the shooting death of seven-year-old Breon Allen Jr. on January 24.
Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters stated that Breon's death resulted from escalating violence between rival street gangs and was a targeted act against an intended target, Lafayette Mango.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office indicated that the arrests of the four men were just the beginning, with more individuals expected to be charged for their involvement in the incident.
The police described the event as an ambush, with multiple shooters attacking Allen and Mango, who were targeted amidst ongoing gang-related violence.
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