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Childendangerment

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crime-and-legal-news2 years ago

Father Charged, 10-Year-Old Son Exempt in Sacramento Child Fatal Shooting

In Sacramento, California, the father of a 10-year-old boy has been charged with multiple offenses after his son allegedly shot and killed another 10-year-old child, Keith Frierson. The charges include allowing a child access to a firearm, child endangerment, possession of a firearm by a felon, possession of ammunition, and destroying evidence. The incident occurred after the boys had a bike race, and the son accessed the loaded gun from his father's truck. The father pleaded not guilty to the charges, and due to the sensitive nature of juvenile cases, the District Attorney's Office has limited its comments on the matter.

crime-and-legal2 years ago

"Prosecutors Decide Not to Charge Boy in Sacramento Child Shooting Case"

In Sacramento, Arkete Davis, 53, has been charged with criminal storage of a firearm, child endangerment, and illegal firearm possession after his 10-year-old son allegedly shot and killed another child with a gun found in Davis's car. The son, who was initially arrested, will not face charges. The gun was reported stolen in 2017, and Davis, a felon, was not legally allowed to have it. The victim, Keith Frierson, was one of over 1,600 children and teens killed by gun violence in 2023. Davis attempted to dispose of the weapon and is currently held without bail.

crime-and-legal2 years ago

"10-Year-Old's Fatal Shooting Leads to Complex Legal Outcomes in California"

In Sacramento, Arkete Davis, the father of a 10-year-old boy who accidentally shot and killed another child, is facing multiple charges including child endangerment and being an accessory after the fact, but not murder. Davis, who is legally prohibited from owning firearms, allegedly allowed his son access to a gun, which the boy used in the fatal shooting. The son, initially charged with murder, has been released to his mother. The community is mourning the loss of 10-year-old Keith Frierson, remembered as a loving and active child, while his family seeks justice.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Tragedy Strikes as 10-Year-Old Fatally Shoots Peer Over Bike Race Dispute in California"

In Foothill Farms, California, a 10-year-old boy was arrested for fatally shooting another 10-year-old, Keith Frierson, with his father's gun. The incident occurred after the boy accessed the loaded firearm from his father's truck. The father, an ex-felon prohibited from owning firearms and whose gun was reported stolen in 2017, was also arrested on multiple charges, including child endangerment and being an accessory to the crime. The father attempted to hide the weapon and is held on $500,000 bail.

crime2 years ago

"Father and Son Arrested in California After 10-Year-Old Fatally Shoots Peer Post-Bike Race"

In Sacramento, California, a 10-year-old boy is in juvenile detention for fatally shooting another 10-year-old boy, allegedly after losing a bike race. The suspect's father, Arkete Davis, has also been arrested on multiple charges, including possession of a firearm by a felon and child endangerment. The incident occurred when the young suspect retrieved a gun from his father's vehicle, which was reported stolen in 2017. The victim's mother contends the shooting was a result of her son winning a bike race against the suspect. Both the child and his father are facing serious charges, with the father's court appearance scheduled for today.

crime-and-legal2 years ago

"10-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Shooting of Peer Over Bike Race in California"

In Foothill Farms, California, a 10-year-old boy, Keith “KJ” Frierson, was fatally shot by another 10-year-old following a bicycle race dispute. The suspect's father, Arkete Davis, faces multiple charges, including possession of a firearm by a felon and child endangerment, as the gun used was stolen and improperly stored. The community mourns the loss of KJ, remembered as a generous and friendly child. The case highlights the tragic consequences of firearm accessibility to children and the broader issues of gun violence and safety.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Father and Son Arrested in California After 10-Year-Old Fatally Shoots Boy Over Bike Race"

In Foothill Farms, California, a 10-year-old boy, Keith "KJ" Frierson, was fatally shot by another 10-year-old following a bicycle race dispute. The suspect's father, Arkete Davis, faces multiple charges, including possession of a firearm by a felon and child endangerment, as the gun used was stolen and improperly stored. The community mourns the loss of KJ, remembered for his kindness and spirit, as the tragic event highlights issues of gun safety and juvenile violence.

crime-and-safety2 years ago

Father and Son Arrested in Tragic Shooting of Child by 10-Year-Old With Stolen Gun

In Foothill Farms, California, a 10-year-old boy, Keith "KJ" Frierson, was tragically killed by another 10-year-old who had taken his father's gun from the family car. The father, Arkete Davis, faces charges including child endangerment, as he was legally prohibited from owning a firearm due to a felony, and the gun was reported stolen in 2017. The community is mourning the loss, and a GoFundMe has been set up to help with funeral costs. This incident highlights the rising number of children and teens killed by guns in the U.S., which has increased by 50% between 2019 and 2021.

crime2 years ago

"Dassel Man Charged with Murdering Wife Amidst Alleged Affair as Children Were Home"

In Dassel, Minnesota, Bryan William Demarais is charged with second-degree murder and child endangerment after fatally shooting his wife at their home while their two children, aged 11 and 8, were present. The incident occurred after a dispute over financial and marital issues. Demarais, who has medical issues including anxiety and a sleep disorder, surrendered to authorities and could face up to 40 years in prison if convicted. The children were unharmed and local domestic violence resources have been highlighted following the event.

crime2 years ago

Father-Son Arrested Following Fatal Shooting by 10-Year-Old

In Sacramento County, California, a 10-year-old boy has been charged with murder after fatally shooting another 10-year-old with a gun he found in his father's car. The father, Arkete Turan Davis, faces multiple charges including criminal storage of a firearm and child endangerment, with bail set at $500,000. The incident occurred when the boy retrieved cigarettes from the car and discovered the stolen firearm. The victim, Keith "KJ" Frierson, was outside testing his new bike when he was shot. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the victim's family.

crime-and-safety2 years ago

10-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Shooting with Father's Gun Stolen from Car

In Sacramento, a 10-year-old boy shot and killed another 10-year-old using his father's stolen gun. The father, who was prohibited from owning firearms, has been arrested on multiple charges including child endangerment. The incident highlights ongoing issues with illegal gun possession and its tragic consequences, as well as the broader problem of gun violence in the United States. Community leaders and experts emphasize the need for support for the affected families and for addressing the root causes of such violence.

crime-and-legal2 years ago

Father and Son Arrested Following Fatal Shooting by 10-Year-Old in California

In California, a 10-year-old boy used his father's stolen gun to fatally shoot another 10-year-old in a parking lot. The father, Arkete Davis, faces multiple felony charges, including child endangerment and possession of a firearm by a felon. The gun had been stolen in 2017, and Davis was prohibited from owning firearms. The incident highlights ongoing issues with gun safety, as studies show many children live in homes with unlocked and loaded guns, leading to numerous unintentional shootings by minors.

crime-and-legal2 years ago

10-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Shooting of Peer with Father's Stolen Gun

In Sacramento, a 10-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of another 10-year-old after shooting him with a gun taken from his felon father's car. The father, Arkete Davis, faces multiple felony charges, including possession of a firearm by a felon and child endangerment. Davis allegedly tried to dispose of the weapon after the incident. The victim, Keith Frierson, was remembered by his family as a smart and loving child. Both the boy and his father are now facing serious legal consequences, with the child potentially remaining in detention until age 25 if convicted, and the father held on $500,000 bail.

crime2 years ago

"Tragedy Strikes California: Child Arrested for Murder, Stolen Gun Involved"

In Sacramento, California, a 10-year-old boy was arrested on a murder charge for the fatal shooting of another 10-year-old. The incident occurred after the accused retrieved a gun from his father's vehicle. The father, Arkete Davis, was also arrested on multiple felony firearms charges and is being held on $500,000 bail. Both the child and the father are awaiting legal proceedings.

crime-and-legal2 years ago

"10-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Shooting with Father's Stolen Gun in California"

In Sacramento County, California, a 10-year-old boy allegedly shot and killed another 10-year-old with a stolen gun he found in his father's vehicle. The father, Arkete Davis, who is legally prohibited from owning a firearm, was arrested along with his son. Davis faces charges including felony firearm possession, child endangerment, and accessory to a crime, while his son is charged with murder. The firearm was reported stolen in 2017, and Davis is held on a $500,000 bail.