‘Overjoyed’ child shot dead while riding tricycle outside Buffalo graduation party

A three-year-old boy was shot and killed at a family graduation party in Buffalo while playing with his tricycle outside.

Ramone Carter was riding a tricycle Friday evening with her 7-year-old sister Jamiah when they were both shot to death during a family gathering. Both siblings were rushed to the hospital, and Ramone sadly died from his injuries.

Family members and anti-violence organizations gathered Saturday to pay tribute to the senselessly murdered girl. Martina Carter, the victim’s sister, said: ‘I know we’ve been through a lot of tragedies, but I never thought a three-year-old baby playing outside at a graduation party would be a victim of a missed shot and killed. »

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Ramone was described by his family as a fun-loving, happy-go-lucky boy. Martina added: “He loved the Buffalo Bills. He always said he wanted to play football. »

Carlanda Meadors, communications director for Most Valuable Parents (MVP), said the situation is hitting those who are active in the community. MVP is a Buffalo community outreach organization that addresses issues affecting the city with the goal of making it a safer place to live.

She said: “Every time someone is shot on the streets of the city of Buffalo, it hits us personally because we are here to advocate against guns. We need to get these guns off the streets and the reality is that violence hurts, no matter who it is.”

At a news conference about the tragic incident, Buffalo City Council President Christopher Scanlon said, “I am heartbroken for this mother who is there every day for our community, and now she loses a three-year-old child. So please, I’m begging people to stop. »

Police said they were working hard to get justice for the heartbroken family. Anyone with information is asked to text or call the Buffalo Police Confidential Hotline at (716) 847-2255. Erie County Prosecutor Michael Keane said, “There are just too many illegal guns on the streets and this three-year-old was on his tricycle when he was shot. It’s scandalous. »

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So far, two people have been questioned and released, but police said they need more information from the community. Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia said at the news conference, “We’re talking about a three-year-old baby who hasn’t celebrated his fourth birthday. We need your help. We must resolve this matter. »

A young mother of two was tragically shot dead by her brother during an argument over Christmas presents. Abrielle Baldwin, 23, was killed on Christmas Eve at her grandmother’s home in Largo, Florida. Police suspected his 14-year-old brother, Damarcus Coley, of being the shooter. In a shocking turn of events, Damarcus was then shot dead by their 15-year-old brother, Darcus. After the incident, Darcus ran away and called their mother.