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Boy Killed in Road Rage: Suspect 'Didn't See Kid'
18 Nov
Summary
- Suspect claims he didn't know a child was in the car.
- An 11-year-old boy died after being shot on his way to school.
- The shooting occurred during a road rage incident on a freeway.
A tragic road rage incident in Nevada has resulted in the death of an 11-year-old boy. The suspect, 22-year-old Tyler Matthew Johns, allegedly fired a handgun at a hybrid SUV, striking the child in the back seat. Johns has been arrested and charged with open murder and discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle, and is being held without bail.
According to police reports, the incident began when two vehicles engaged in aggressive maneuvers on the freeway. An argument ensued between the drivers, leading to Johns firing a shot. The victim's stepfather attempted to prevent the suspect from fleeing by ramming his vehicle. Bystanders discovered the child unresponsive in the back seat.
Johns has stated he did not realize a child was present, a claim his attorney reiterated, suggesting the stepfather's driving provoked the response. The boy's mother passionately argued against bail, emphasizing the loss of her son regardless of the suspect's awareness. The case continues with the next hearing scheduled.
