Columbus SWAT Arrests Teen
A 16-year-old boy was taken into custody by a Columbus police SWAT team in connection with the October 30 fatal shooting of an 18-year-old woman during a robbery attempt, centredaily.com reported.
Jaycier Armstrong faces charges of delinquency murder, aggravated robbery, and felonious assault, according to police records. The shooting occurred at a condominium located in the 1000 block of Hardesty Place West on the city’s Southwest Side.
Officers arrived at the scene around 7:45 p.m. following reports of gunfire. They discovered one person suffering from gunshot wounds and learned a second victim was inside the basement.
Hardesty Place West Shooting
Medics transported the first victim to a local hospital in critical condition. A third victim self-transported to a hospital and was treated and released, according to police statements.
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The second victim, 18-year-old Aaliyah Chan, was pronounced dead at the scene at 7:56 p.m. Chan graduated from Briggs High School earlier in the year and planned to attend the Ohio State School of Cosmetology.
Paul Chan stated that his daughter was at the condo while her boyfriend was getting a haircut when the violence erupted, adding that she was not the intended target.
Franklin County Court Processing
Police arrested Armstrong on November 9 during a SWAT operation. Authorities transferred him to the Franklin County Court of Domestic Relations for processing.
He is currently incarcerated at the Franklin County Juvenile Intervention Center. Investigators continue to process evidence related to the robbery attempt that triggered the gunfire.
Questions About Jaycier Armstrong's Arrest and Charges
Where was the suspect taken after his arrest?
Police transferred Jaycier Armstrong to the Franklin County Court of Domestic Relations for processing following his November 9 arrest. He was subsequently housed at the Franklin County Juvenile Intervention Center.
What charges does the suspect face?
Armstrong faces charges of delinquency murder, aggravated robbery, and felonious assault. These charges stem from the October 30 incident on Columbus’ Southwest Side.
How many victims were injured or killed in the incident?
Three victims were struck by gunfire during the robbery attempt. Aaliyah Chan died at the scene, one victim was hospitalized in critical condition, and a third victim self-transported to a hospital before being treated and released.