Crime
12-year-old Jeremiah Nelson killed in accidental shooting at James Park Apartments in St. Petersburg
A key focus of the inquiry is determining how the young boy gained access to the firearm.
A tragic accidental shooting claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy at the James Park Apartments in St. Petersburg on Monday evening, according to law enforcement officials.
The incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. at the apartment complex located along 3rd Avenue North.
Upon arrival, officers found 12-year-old Jeremiah D. Nelson suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency responders transported him to Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital, but despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Detectives from the St. Petersburg Police Department have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
A key focus of the inquiry is determining how the young boy gained access to the firearm.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this tragic event to contact the St. Petersburg Police Department as they continue to investigate and work to prevent similar incidents in the future.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a solemn reminder of the importance of firearm safety and secure storage to protect children and families from preventable tragedies.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.