Tragic Chicago Shooting: Teen Charged in Murder of 7-Year-Old

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of 7-year-old Jai'mani Amir Rivera in Chicago. The young victim, who was not the intended target, was shot outside his home. Family and community members mourned his death with a balloon release, seeking justice.

A 16-year-old has been charged with the murder of 7-year-old Jai'mani Amir Rivera, who was fatally shot outside his Chicago home earlier this week, authorities confirmed.

"There is no excuse for this violence," police Superintendent Larry Snelling said on Friday, addressing the tragic event that took place on the city's west side.

Over 100 community members gathered on Wednesday night to honor Rivera with a balloon release, marking the eighth youth victim of gunfire in Chicago this year.

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