Bronx teen stabbing: Suspect accused of killing has long rap sheet and history of mental illness, law enforcement says | amNewYork
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Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark stated, 'This murder is unfathomable to think about the level of this tragedy. Caleb was a good student and a football player.'
Law enforcement sources reported that Mejia had an extensive history of mental health issues, which raises serious questions about the system's ability to handle such cases adequately.
In a chilling moment, Caleb Rijos, while experiencing his final moments, called his father and said he couldn't breathe and was scared, illustrating the tragic loss.
Mejia had been previously wanted for another unprovoked attack just five days prior, highlighting a concerning pattern of violence without appropriate intervention.
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