FORT WORTH, Texas — A 16-year-old died Tuesday after being shot in southeast Fort Worth, police said.
Officers responded to a shooting around 9:10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5 in the 3500 block of Ave L, Fort Worth police said in a press release. Police found a 16-year-old dead at the scene with a gunshot wound to his upper body, police said.
The victim was later identified as Damariion Henton, a student at Polytechnic High School, according to Fort Worth ISD. The district said in a statement that they will provide additional counseling staff on campus this week.
Police identified a suspect and they are currently being interviewed by police, according to the release. No arrests have been made, officials said. An investigation is ongoing.
Read the district's full statement below:
"Fort Worth ISD is deeply saddened by the loss of a student from Polytechnic High School. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the student’s family, friends, and the entire Poly community during this difficult time.
We understand that processing loss can be challenging, particularly for students and staff. To support them, additional counseling staff are available on campus. We encourage families to remain attentive to their children’s emotional needs and seek assistance if needed.
We appreciate the community’s compassion and support as we come together to navigate this tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected."
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