Jefferson Parish deputies arrest 15-year-old accused of shooting, killing teen in Harvey

HARVEY, La. (WGNO) — A 15-year-old is in custody in connection with the fatal Harvey shooting that claimed the life of a 13-year-old on Thursday, April 30, Jefferson Parish Sergeant Brandon Veal announced.

According to the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, the 15-year-old is being charged with second-degree murder, obstruction of justice and juvenile in possession with a firearm.

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The shooting occurred around 2 p.m. in the 1400 block of Angus Drive. According to JPSO deputies, they found the victim unresponsive and suffering from at least one gunshot wound outside a residence.

The 13-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene…

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