An 18-year-old, Tauje Malik Jackson, faces negligent manslaughter charges after allegedly shooting 16-year-old Zi’Juan Alexander during a late-night gathering in Rockledge. The incident occurred on November 8, when witnesses reported Jackson was brandishing a handgun before firing a single shot that fatally injured Alexander, who later succumbed to his wounds at a local hospital.
Following the shooting, police discovered that Jackson had been under the influence and was involved in reckless behavior, including pointing a gun at attendees. After posting a $35,000 bond, Jackson was released from custody on November 23, and he is scheduled for a court hearing on December 16. The case raises significant questions about teen gun access and safety, particularly regarding where Jackson obtained the firearm used in the shooting.
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