16-year-old innocent bystander shot and killed near NYC school: Police

A tragic incident occurred in New York City when a 16-year-old bystander, Evette Jeffrey, was shot and killed by a 14-year-old during a fight among teenagers near the Bronx Latin School. Despite efforts to shield her, Jeffrey was struck in the head and later pronounced dead at Lincoln Hospital, prompting outrage over rising youth gun violence. The alleged shooter has been apprehended, sparking a call for action to prevent such senseless tragedies in the community.