The grieving mother of 15-year-old Ghanaian student Javits Badu Nkansah Frimpong has made an emotional appeal for justice after arriving in New York following the tragic shooting of her son in the Bronx.
Madam Doris Adu Gyamfi travelled from Ghana to the United States to mourn her beloved son and demand accountability for the devastating incident that has left the Ghanaian community heartbroken.
Speaking on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, the devastated mother delivered a brief but powerful message that captured her anguish.
“I want justice for my son, that is all,” she declared.
A Young Dream of Becoming a Doctor Cut Short
Javits, who had relocated from Ghana to New York approximately a year ago to join his father, Thomas Frimpong, was pursuing his education with hopes of becoming a medical doctor.
Unfortunately, his promising future was tragically cut short on Thursday, October 29, 2026, when he was fatally shot while walking to school in the Claremont neighborhood of the Bronx.
The teenager, a Grade 10 student at DreamYard Preparatory School, was reportedly attacked shortly before 9:30 a.m. near Crotona Park.
He sustained gunshot wounds and was rushed to St. Barnabas Hospital, where medical professionals pronounced him dead.
Police Hunt Three Suspects in Deadly Shooting
According to New York police, three individuals wearing hooded clothing and surgical masks allegedly approached the teenager before opening fire.
Investigators believe Javits attempted to escape, but the suspects pursued him and shot him.
The attackers reportedly returned to collect spent shell casings before fleeing toward a nearby subway station.
Authorities are continuing their investigation to identify and apprehend those responsible.
Javits’ father previously raised concerns about alleged bullying involving his son at school. However, investigators have not established whether the reported incidents were connected to his killing.
Ghanaian Community Demands Justice
The heartbreaking tragedy has sparked widespread grief and renewed concerns about gun violence and the safety of young immigrants in the United States.
Madam Gyamfi’s journey to New York was made possible through diplomatic efforts involving Ghanaian officials and intervention from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who secured assistance with her visa arrangements.
As preparations continue for Javits’ final farewell, his family remains determined to see justice served.
For a mother who had hoped to witness her son’s dreams become reality, the pain of losing him under such devastating circumstances is unimaginable.
Her message remains simple but powerful: Justice must be served for Javits Frimpong.
