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NY’s justice ‘reforms’ claim another innocent child’s life — and also failed her alleged teen shooter
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Evette Jeffrey, a 16-year-old girl from the Bronx, was tragically shot and killed while riding her scooter outside a school, reportedly by a 14-year-old boy involved in a gang-related fight. The incident underscores concerns about New York's criminal justice reforms, such as the "Raise the Age" law and cashless bail, which have limited consequences for juvenile offenders and may enable younger individuals to carry and use guns. Critics argue that these laws and lenient policies contribute to increased youth violence, with some suggesting that softer sentencing and reduced accountability have emboldened criminal activity. Despite recent efforts by NYPD to reduce violent crime, incidents like Evette's death highlight ongoing issues with youth violence and the perceived impacts of criminal justice policies. Her family mourns her loss, raising questions about whether current reforms are effective or if they inadvertently endanger innocent lives.
NY's justice 'reforms' claim another innocent child's life — and also failed her alleged teen shooter
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