Crime
Massaponax High School Senior Michael Bosworth Jr Killed in Suspected Burglary Incident in Spotsylvania County
Spotsylvania County, Va. — An 18-year-old high school senior is dead and a juvenile injured following an early morning shooting during a suspected residential burglary in the River Club subdivision of Spotsylvania County.
At approximately 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a burglary in progress at a residence located in the 2700 block of McKenzie Lane.
The caller, a resident of the home, stated that someone had attempted to break into the house and that shots had been fired.
Deputies responded immediately and discovered three individuals involved in the incident. Michael Bosworth Jr., 18, was found suffering from a gunshot wound to the torso.
He was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. Bosworth was a senior at Massaponax High School, set to graduate later this month.
A second individual, identified as a juvenile, sustained a minor gunshot injury and was treated and released.
A third juvenile, who was also at the scene, was not injured.
Due to their ages, the names of the two juveniles have not been released.
According to preliminary findings, the three individuals were allegedly attempting to gain entry by force through the back door of the residence when they were confronted by the homeowner, who had exited the home to investigate.
During that confrontation, the homeowner fired shots, striking two of the individuals.
At this time, no charges have been filed against the homeowner or the three involved individuals. Capt. Charles Carey of the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office stated that it is not yet known whether any of the three individuals were armed at the time of the incident.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that this remains an active and ongoing investigation as detectives work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, Massaponax High School Principal William Lancaster III issued a message to the school community, expressing condolences and offering support. “We are deeply saddened to share the news of Michael’s passing,” Lancaster said. “Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.”
Lancaster also informed families that school counselors and division support staff would be available when students return on Monday, and that prom will proceed as scheduled Saturday evening.
Resources to help students and families cope with grief have been made available through the school division’s website.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.
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.