That student is expected to survive. Friends said Fofana and the other teen were cutting through the field to go to a friend's house to watch a late-night boxing match. Maplewood Shooting: Police ID Teen Fatally Shot (UPDATED) Fennelly confirmed the incident took place at Underhill Field, but that the time was unclear. Fight leaves 1 injured at Ridgeview High School in Richland Two | wltx.com Shortly after 12 p.m., the two teens turned their guns on themselves. It was like they put cold water over my whole body, she said. He used a Spanish-speaking interpreter to follow the proceeding, but did not speak. Due to the proximity of Underhill to Clinton Elementary School and the ongoing police investigation taking place, all outdoor activities at Clinton will be canceled for the day (and/or take place indoors where necessary). He said there would be more information later Monday. Richland County deputies say the stabbing happened around 10 . 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. courtesy of the Essex County Prosecutor's Office, Rebecca Panico | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com, 18-year-old high school student in Maplewood, was arrested on a murder charge last week, Moussa Fofana, a Columbia High School student, community to rally in support of his mother. A student who was injured also went to Maplewood Middle School. Click or tap here to report it. Another CHS student was injured and hospitalized. One person was killed and at least one other was wounded. Investigators are gathering information now so additional details are limited. The district was on all-remote learning until the last few months, a situation that frustrated some parents (read more). We will follow up with additional communication as we receive clearance from the local law enforcement and the family. The second student, also male, sustained a wound that was not considered life-threatening, officials said. Robertson Onyiuke, a family friend, said Moussa was both still a child and the man of the house., Were all still in shock, Mr. Onyiuke said, adding: I loved that boy like a son.. Don't miss Maplewood or South Orange breaking news alerts when they are announced, or get a free daily newsletter each morning with local news. Anyone with more information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutors Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432. Phil Lipof reports. Monitor this social media platform for updates. He confirmed there was one male victim but declined to give the age of the victim. I have been in direct contact with Police Chief Duval, Mayor McGeehee, Principal Sanchez, Principal Gronau and Principal Connors. He would just make my day 10 times better.". The investigation is active and ongoing. Hernandez, then 20, of Newark, was arrested in August 2021. On Tuesday, March 29, we received confirmation of the death of a Columbia High School (CHS) student. High School Student Fatally Shot Near Soccer Field Where He Excelled 2021 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. He was always so sweet, she said. Moussa Fofana, 18, a junior at Columbia High School in Maplewood, N.J., and another student were hit by gunfire on Sunday night. Banned Book Readings And More Planned For Maplewood 'Day Of Action', Gaze Over South Mountain Preserve From Maplewood Home Just Listed, Around Maplewood: Tax Protest + Mom Mourns Sons + Real Estate, Take better care of your bones Join HSS for a new webinar on 5/3, Lunch & Learn: Discover the Gift of Funeral & Cremation Preplanning, Expressions of Love+Unity Open Mic Showcase, Help Homeless Families by Attending Millburn/Short Hills Rummage Sale, Whos Hiring In Maplewood: This Weeks Newest Job Openings, Apartment Rental Scam Reported In Newark; Cops Search For Suspects, Flood Warning Extended For Essex County Until 11 PM Monday, Business That Hires Staff With Autism Holds Grand Opening In Maplewood. MAPLEWOOD, N.J. (CBSNewYork) -- A northern New Jersey community is mourning the loss of an 11th grade student who was fatally shot on his way to a friend's house. 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Newark Man Charged With Murder Of Columbia High School Student Moussa Sword attack victim reportedly 2004 Columbia High School shooter Taylor said some events and procedures around the high school and nearby elementary school are changed for now: Superintendent Taylor wrote, "At this time, out of respect for the family and due to the ongoing nature of the police investigation, we are unable to share the names of the affected students. Student hospitalized after stabbing at Ridge View High School, suspect She said that she had sent him to live with his grandmother in Monrovia, Liberias capital, when he was 5 and that he had moved back to this country six years later. UPDATE: BREAKING: Columbia High School Student Killed, Another Injured The witness was not identified in the document and it did not indicate why they were following the person. Please include the articles headline. Sign up with your preferences here. Moussa was adored and cherished at MMS, said Maplewood Middle School teacher Suzanne Fein. The suspect is now charged with one count of attempted murder. He took virtual classes all morning, and then played soccer every other hour, his mother, Hawa Fofana, said. The athletic field serves Columbia High School in Maplewood, but is located .8 miles from the school. The injured student was transported to a local hospital or treatment. At approximately 9:38 pm on Sunday, Stephens said, Maplewood police officers were dispatched to area of Underhill Field on reports of a shooting. The 11th grader who died attended Columbia High School, and was a soccer star with an upbeat personality. At this time, out of respect for the family and due to the ongoing nature of the police investigation, we are unable to share the names of the affected students. SOMSD Supt. Yohan Hernandez, 20, was taken into custody on August 5, the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said Friday. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. "And then there were some people with flashlights walking the track," resident Ellyn Sjoquist said. Gov. It does not indicate who entered and exited the vehicle. We offer our sincere condolences to the family in their time of need.". Holbrook said, Its disturbing and we are sick of it. On Monday afternoon, yellow police tape lined the fences surrounding the complex, and six bouquets of flowers and a soccer ball left by mourners lay outside a locked gate. Columbia High School Soccer Star Moussa Fofana Shot To Death At As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Moussa was born in New York and then lived in New Jersey for several years. Phil Murphy took a moment to acknowledge the victims at the start of the COVID-19 briefing on Monday. Ronald G. TaylorSouth Orange & Maplewood School District, Board of Education. The 16-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. We encourage you, as parents, to also feel free to use our resources. Notice a spelling or grammar error in this article? A student was seriously hurt Thursday after he was stabbed by a classmate outside Long Reach High School, the Howard County Police Department said. First published on August 6, 2021 / 5:22 PM. 20-year-old accused of fatally shooting Maplewood student was - nj A positive light in our world has dimmed, and our hearts are forever saddened., Meanwhile, Columbia High School Principal Frank Sanchez sent an email earlier Monday morning to teachers confirming that a few of our students were in a horrible situation last night at Underhill Field and that while authorities had not yet given specifics, it looks like a student may have died.. One person was killed and at least one other was wounded. Nothing pleased Moussa more than human connection. In addition, due to the proximity of Underhill to Clinton Elementary School and the ongoing police investigation taking place, all outdoor activities at Clinton will be canceled for the day (and/or take place indoors where necessary). At this time, out of respect for the family and due to the ongoing nature of the police investigation, we are unable to share the names of the affected students. Fofana starred on his high schools soccer team and his death caused the community to rally in support of his mother, Hawa Fofana. It could be a witness issue, it could be an evidence issue, it could be a certain defense being asserted by the defendant.". 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The complaint does not indicate who is Aleman.. Got news? Philip D. Murphy, speaking on Monday at a regular daily news briefing, called the killing another case of gun violence in our midst. Maplewood, a suburban town of about 24,000 residents, is just outside Newark and roughly 20 miles west of Times Square. Maplewood Middle School Principal Dara Gronau also sent a letter out to the MMS community late Monday morning, confirming that both the deceased victim and the injured victim were MMS alumni and offering counseling and support to students. Hernandezs attorney said there were requests that the brother give up a bag that he had. It was one of the deadliest school shooting incidents in American history. Gilmore, Jr. was arrested Monday by the US Marshals Services Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force. Desmond Wilson, a junior at Lower Richland High School, was killed over the weekend. Chief investigative reporter Jonathan Dienst on crime, corruption and terrorism. Moussa Fofana, 18, a junior at Maplewood's Columbia High School, was shot and killed by a stranger on June 6 while walking through the school's Underhill Sports Complex. An 11th grade student from Columbia High School was killed during a shooting incident on Sunday night at Underhill Field in Maplewood, according to authorities. For the second time in less than a week, we are mourning the loss of one of our students. Details emerge after 20-year-old Columbia woman arrested for murder As Columbia High School parents and members of our community, Marie and I are absolutely heartbroken. "Sometimes you might not have a very good case of first-degree murder and sometimes the proofs might lean toward one of the lesser included offenses," Molinelli said. He never gave problems to anybody., Moussa was killed near the Maplewood soccer field where he played for Columbia High School. Local journalism needs your support. Another student was also injured in the shooting, CBS2's Lisa Rozner reported Monday. DeMarion Corbett, a junior at Columbia High School, was killed yesterday (April 20). ", He added, "We have activated our emergency protocols to provide mental health support for Columbia High School, Maplewood Middle and Clinton Elementary. "Instead of going all the way around, you can cut through Underhill and I guess they got into an altercation with some people," said Joe Fabiano, a classmate and friend of Fofana. With this devastating news, I have confirmed with our Board of Education that the retiree celebration scheduled for this evening will be canceled and postponed to a later date. Ms. Fofana, who runs a fashion and styling business in Maplewood, said she immigrated to the United States from Liberia in late 2002. Here is Superintendent Taylor's full letter: Dear South Orange & Maplewood School Community. The Essex County Proescutor's Office said the 17-year-old student had a "non-life-threatening" gunshot wound. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. "If you didn't have money for lunch, he would pay for his lunch. At this time, their injuries are listed as serious. June 8, 2021 / 10:10 AM "He was always so sweet," a friend said. If you need any suggestions on how to discuss this sad news with your child, our team of social workers and counselors at MMS have suggested the following resources. "It's more of like a family-friendly environment," Allen said. The athletic field for Columbia High School is approximately .8 miles from the high school and closer to one of the elementary schools in town. Example video title will go here for this video. Watch WIS News 10 at 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. The suspects is being charged as an adult and is being house at the juvenile wing of Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center. We offer our sincere condolences to the family in their time of need. 18-year-old arrested in connection with shooting that killed Columbia High School student. Investigators talked to multiple people on the scene, collected evidence & are following good leads. NEWARK, N.J. (CBSNewYork) -- Police arrested and charged a Newark man with the murder of Moussa Fofana, an 18-year-old who died in a shooting near Columbia High School in Maplewood. Hernandez faces murder, assault and weapons charges in his death. "He was a good child and for somebody to take his life just like that and for you guys to come here and sit here and tell me you guys are going to give him 15 years in prison, that was like a slap in the face to me and my family.". pic.twitter.com/UmUSTVTSr5. Moussa Fofana, 18, a junior at Columbia High School in Maplewood, N.J., and another student were hit by gunfire on Sunday night. He's not a bad kid. The other two victims are 18 and 17-years-old. Officials have not disclosed why the two teens were at the Underhill Field sports complex, a little under a mile from the high school. "He didnt deserve to be shot just like thatOur life is never going to be the same, never.". ", Taylor said that this week and in coming weeks, counselors will be available to help anyone who wants "assistance surrounding this loss.". Moussa, 18, was dead. 18-year-old arrested in connection with shooting that killed Columbia Moussa Fofana, 18, a junior at Maplewood's Columbia High School, was shot and killed by a stranger on June 6 while walking through the school's Underhill Sports Complex. Deputy Chief Melron Kelly posted an update online, saying all the victims are school-aged and male. The South Orange & Maplewood School District and CHS have a Crisis Intervention Team made up of professionals trained to help with the needs of students, parents, and school personnel at difficult times such as this. She really wants to focus on achieving justice for Moussa, Ostmann told NJ Advance Media. Please include express written permission from the photographer for us to use them. But school Principal Frank Sanchez identified Fofana as an 11th grader, according to a report in Village Green. CPD found three victims at the scene, a 16, 17 and 18-year-old. Once again, young lives have been tragically cut short by gun violence and we find ourselves asking why and searching for answers not just as a school district, but as a community. Got photos? Hernandez told detectives he fled the field at that point, the complaint said. This inconceivable calamity is undoubtedly a devastating blow to our students, staff and community. The older two were taken to the hospital for treatment. Crime scene unit cars and police officers spent Monday investigating the death of 18-year-old Moussa Fofana, who was shot inside the Maplewood complex. Hernandezs attorney said that Fofana, the second victim and a previously unreported third male who was 17 at the time and is now 18 were following Hernandezs younger 16-year-old brother in the park that night. She said she had seen him earlier on Sunday and later learned of his death online. Because of the situation, Ridge View and nearby Rice Creek Elementary School were put on secure status -- meaning the school day continued but no one is allowed to enter or exit the buildings. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A teen has been arrested in . Hawa Fofana said she was informed by the Essex County Prosecutor's office Tuesday morning that Yohan Hernandez struck a deal and would plead guilty. August 6, 2021 / 5:22 PM Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. Columbia woman charged with murder after police find burning To be the first to get free news alerts with breaking stories in your town, or to get a free local newsletter each morning, sign up for Patch breaking news alerts or daily newsletters. / CBS New York. the owner of a popular New York City comedy club. Later, Fennelly identified the student as 18-year-old CHS junior, Moussa Fofana. Caren Lissner , Patch Staff Posted Wed, Mar 30, 2022 at 12:15 pm . He said, Once again were going to be talking about the loss of a young person at the hands of somebody with a gun., Investigators found one victim deceased at the scene, the other two were transported to area hospitals for treatment. 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