On August 14, 2026, President Donald Trump left the stage during a speech at the Nassau County Police Academy in New York to comfort the family of Jacob Freytes, a 12-year-old boy killed by a stray bullet in the Bronx. Trump mentioned Freytes' death while discussing his administration's efforts to reduce crime. He embraced Jacob's parents, Migdalia Martinez and retired NYPD Sergeant Jesus Freytes, expressing condolences. Following the incident, Republicans proposed 'Jacob’s Law' in the New York Legislature, aiming to impose stricter penalties on criminals whose actions result in a child's death. William Ferrer, 45, has been arrested in connection with the shooting and faces multiple charges, including second-degree murder, to which he has pleaded not guilty. Ferrer has a lengthy criminal record spanning over 25 years.
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Trump Comforts Family of 12-Year-Old Shooting Victim During Speech
President Donald Trump interrupted his speech at the Nassau County Police Academy to comfort the family of Jacob Freytes, a 12-year-old boy killed by a stray bullet in the Bronx. Following this incident, Republicans introduced 'Jacob’s Law' to impose harsher penalties on criminals responsible for a child's death. William Ferrer, the suspect in the shooting, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder.
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Trump leaves stage mid-speech to embrace parents of 12-year-old killed by stray bullet in the Bronx
Trump Comforts Family of 12-Year-Old Shooting Victim During Speech