15 year old shot in bed

A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed in his bed in a tragic incident that has left the Elsies River community in shock. The shooting occurred on Thursday afternoon when two alleged gang members entered the home of Elroy Franke and took his life. This incident highlights the ongoing gang violence that has plagued the area, prompting concern among local leaders. https://elsiesriver.com/rowan-stuurman-sentenced-to-multiple-life-terms-for-mass-murder-in-elsies-river One resident, who chose to remain anonymous, shared her fears for the youth in the neighborhood. “Teenage boys are dropping out of school due to the intimidation from gang members who loiter around educational institutions,” she said. “In this instance, the teenager felt compelled to leave school out of fear, and now gangsters have intruded into his home, his supposed sanctuary, and ended his life. It’s heartbreaking, especially considering he had already lost his mother to cancer.” The resident pointed out that this is the fourth murder reported in just four days, following a violent episode last Sunday when three individuals were killed on 12th Avenue. “Thursday’s shooting took place merely a few streets away on 15th Avenue. Leonsdale is in urgent need of help,” she emphasized. “We face daily challenges from smash-and-grab incidents, and the police presence is severely lacking. There are only two police vans assigned to this entire area, yet they often seem more interested in relaxing at the BP garage rather than engaging with our community.” In response to the escalating violence, residents organized a peace march on Saturday, calling for an end to gang-related incidents and urging community solidarity against such threats. Police spokesperson Malcolm Pojie confirmed that a murder investigation has been opened by Elsies River officers following the shooting of the 15-year-old in his home on 15th Avenue, Leonsdale.

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