CINCINNATI — A 15-year-old boy has been arrested for causing the death of Brandon Burton, a 16-year-old shot and killed Tuesday morning in Winton Hills.
Cincinnati police said the 15-year-old was arrested Thursday, two days after officers responded to the 600 block of Strand Lane for a shooting.
When police arrived, they discovered Burton suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, investigators said. He was taken to UC Medical Center, where he later died.
A WCPO crew on the scene saw a large crowd with several people detained in handcuffs.
Mitch Morris and other advocates against gun violence were in the neighborhood Tuesday, talking with the community and Burton's family.
"We have to wrap our arms around the family and you tell them time and time again, but is it ever enough when you tell them, 'Sorry this happened to your child, but believe me we're out here fighting the fight,'" Morris said.
His organization, Save our Youth Kings & Queens, started full-time in the Winton Hills neighborhood in January. It offers after-school programs and other resources for youth.
"We got to touch these babies' hearts and minds and tell them to quit chasing the illusion that there's something slick about carrying a pistol," Morris said.
Cincinnati Public Schools officials confirmed Burton attended Lighthouse School, adding that counselors will be available to provide support for other students.
"We recognize this tragic event and our sympathy and support remains with the family, friends and school community," said a spokesperson for the district.
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