Teen Killed in Mall Fitting Room Shooting | Tampa News

A chilling tragedy unfolded at the Brandon Exchange mall in July when 15-year-old Jaden Law was fatally shot inside a Dick’s House of Sport fitting room. The suspect, a 16-year-old who fled the scene moments after the gunshot, was later arrested and charged with manslaughter with a weapon — a charge approved by the State Attorney’s Office. A firearm found in a nearby retention pond matched the bullet, sealing the connection. But key questions remain: What was the motive? Who brought the gun into the store? And who was the third juvenile present in the fitting room? Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, underscoring how fast violence can spiral and the devastating toll it takes on young lives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.fox13news.com/news/16-year-old-charged-manslaughter-deadly-brandon-mall-shooting-teen More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5b1e135d79ea4eed Report issues to [email protected].