**Key Takeaways:**
– A 17-year-old was apprehended on charges of malice murder and felony murder.
– The incident led to the tragic death of a 3-year-old in an Athens mobile home park.
– Two additional suspects are currently sought by authorities.
– The community is rallying to support the victim’s family through an online fundraiser.
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Over the weekend, a 17-year-old found himself under arrest, facing serious charges including malice murder and felony murder, with law enforcement still in pursuit of two additional suspects linked to the case.
In a distressing turn of events in Athens, Georgia, the community reels from the shooting death of a 3-year-old child at a local mobile home park. The Athens-Clarke County Police have confirmed the arrest of 16-year-old Jayden Brown, implicating him in the tragic demise of toddler Kyron Zarco. The incident unfolded around 5:30 p.m. on March 8 at the Hallmark Mobile Home Park located on Spring Valley Road.
Further investigations led to the arrest of 17-year-old Jose Omar Cubillos from Lawrenceville on Saturday. He faces a slew of charges including malice murder, felony murder, four counts of aggravated assault, and a violation of the Georgia Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act. Brown is confronted with identical charges, as disclosed by the police. The search continues for 18-year-old Dakious Echols and 22-year-old Desmontrez Mathis, who are wanted on similar charges.
The shooting not only claimed the life of young Kyron but also injured his 9-year-old brother and an adult, both of whom received treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. According to Shanita Smith, the boys’ mother, Kyron and his brother were watching a movie on the couch inside their home when the gunfire struck them.
In the wake of this tragedy, the family has initiated an online fundraiser to cover funeral expenses for 3-year-old Kyron, seeking community support during this incredibly difficult time.
The Athens Clarke-County Police are urging anyone with information about the whereabouts of Echols and Mathis to come forward. Detective Johnson can be contacted at 762-400-7060. Additionally, Crime Stoppers is offering a $2,000 reward for information that leads to their arrest. Tips can be submitted by calling 706-705-4775.
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