Crime
20-year-old John Ja’ McCray shot and killed by his 16-year-old brother at Bridgeport Apartments in Lincoln
According to Captain Ben Miller, the two brothers had arrived at the apartment in separate vehicles.
A 20-year-old man, identified as John Ja’ McCray, was fatally shot by his 16-year-old brother in what Lincoln Police have described as a tragic case of mistaken identity early on Christmas Eve.
The shooting occurred at the Bridgeport Apartments near 14th and Hilltop around 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire and found McCray suffering from multiple gunshot wounds outside the apartment complex.
He was rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
According to Captain Ben Miller, the two brothers had arrived at the apartment in separate vehicles.
The 16-year-old, who had reportedly been attacked two days earlier near 21st and K Streets, told investigators that he spotted a man dressed in dark clothing and, fearing for his safety, fired several shots without realizing the individual was his older brother.
Both brothers were armed at the time of the incident. Police recovered the victim’s firearm at the scene.
The 16-year-old has been taken into custody and is facing charges of manslaughter and use of a weapon to commit a felony.
The names of the individuals involved have not been formally released by authorities.
The Lincoln Police Department continues to investigate the shooting, interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence. They have urged anyone with information or video footage of the incident to come forward.
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This marks the 8th homicide in Lincoln in 2024. Authorities and community members alike are mourning the heartbreaking loss of life in this preventable tragedy.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.