Crime
Ahmad Jihad Bojeh Charged in Triple Homicide of Tourists in Kissimmee
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — Authorities have charged Ahmad Jihad Bojeh, 29, in connection with the fatal shooting of three men outside a vacation rental home near Kissimmee, Florida, over the weekend, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
The shooting occurred on Saturday in a residential neighborhood in Osceola County.
Investigators said the three victims—two brothers and a longtime friend—were visiting Florida and staying at a nearby rental property.
Authorities reported that the men had extended their stay by one day due to vehicle issues and were outside the home awaiting assistance when the attack occurred.
The victims were identified as:
- Robert Louis Kraft, 70, of Holland, Michigan
- Douglas Joseph Kraft, 68, of Columbus, Ohio, Robert Kraft’s brother
- James John Puchan, 69, of Ohio, a close friend of the brothers
All three victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
Osceola County Sheriff Christopher Blackmon described the killings as “horrific,” “senseless,” “cold-blooded,” and “premeditated.”
He stated that investigators found no prior relationship or known conflict between the victims and the suspect and characterized the incident as a random act of violence.
Bojeh, who was reportedly living in a residence adjacent to the vacation rental, was taken into custody shortly after the shooting without incident.
Investigators recovered two firearms from his home, according to the sheriff’s office.
Bojeh has been charged with three counts of first-degree premeditated murder. During his initial court appearance, he was denied bond.
Sheriff Blackmon also confirmed that Bojeh was known to law enforcement prior to the incident, citing multiple prior calls for service at his residence and a history that authorities said had previously raised concerns about public safety.
Court records indicate that Bojeh was involved in a 2021 shooting in which one person was injured.
He was charged at that time with offenses including attempted first-degree murder with a firearm and aggravated battery, but was later found not guilty by reason of insanity in 2022 and subsequently released.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Authorities have not announced any determination regarding motive beyond stating that there is no evidence at this time of a personal dispute between the suspect and the victims.
SAN JOSE, Calif. — A San Jose police officer was shot and injured while investigating an armed carjacking in the downtown area on Wednesday, according to the San Jose Police Department (SJPD).
Authorities said the incident unfolded near the downtown core, close to major roadways including Highway 87 and the Julian Street exit.
Preliminary information indicates the suspect was involved in a series of violent events spanning multiple jurisdictions prior to the shooting.
Investigators believe the suspect initially stole a white Honda in Hollister, after abandoning a green Chevrolet Corvette.
During the course of the incident, the suspect allegedly fired shots at pursuing law enforcement officers, prompting a high-speed pursuit.
Police said the chase continued northbound on U.S. Highway 101, with speeds reportedly exceeding 100 miles per hour, traveling from Gilroy to San Jose. The pursuit ultimately led officers into the downtown area, where the officer-involved shooting occurred.
SJPD confirmed that a sworn department member was struck by gunfire and was transported to a local hospital. The officer’s condition has not been publicly disclosed at this time.
In a statement released on social media, the department said:
“SJPD is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in downtown San Jose related to an armed carjacking. An SJPD sworn Department member has been shot and transported to a local hospital. This is an active and ongoing investigation, and PIOs will share more information as it becomes available.”
As of Wednesday afternoon, police had not confirmed whether any suspects were in custody, nor had they indicated whether any civilians were injured during the incident.
The shooting took place in an area that includes government buildings, businesses, and major transit hubs, leading to temporary traffic disruptions and a heightened police presence.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details are expected to be released by authorities as more information becomes available.