Jaden Pierre: 5 things to know about Queens teen’s shooting death; chilling video emerges, police release suspect photo

Jaden Pierre: 5 things to know

1. Pierre, who lived in south Richmond Hill, was shot in a St. Albans park about 6:16 p.m., police said. Before the shooting, a fight broke out near the basketball court involving a number of children.
2. Pierre had attended Eagle Academy, which was located just down the street from the park.
3. Yesterday, an eyewitness recalled Pierre as a “cool kid” who was good at basketball.
4. According to the video, at least a dozen teenagers witnessed Pierre’s shooting. He was reportedly beaten by his peers before being shot in the chest.
5. Many in the community mourned Pierre’s passing. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards wrote: “The pain of losing 15-year-old Jaden Pierre to gun violence is indescribable. Today, a hole was opened in our community, and I grieve alongside his family, friends, fellow Eagle Academy classmates and teachers, and everyone who loved him. His life was meaningful.”

Police release photos and details of suspect

While the senseless violence and Pierre’s death shocked the local community, police have released more details about the suspect, including what he may have been wearing.