Jason Joel Ortiz, a 17-year-old from Norcross, has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Jose Yahir Batz earlier this month.
Ortiz is currently in custody at the Gwinnett County Jail, facing charges including felony murder, aggravated assault, armed robbery, and firearm possession during a crime.
Just the Facts:
- Incident date: Nov. 8, 2024.
- Location: 2400 Windsor Woods Lane, Norcross.
- What happened: Officers found Batz deceased from a gunshot wound following an altercation involving at least two males.
- Updates: Ortiz was arrested and charged on Nov. 27, 2024.
- Community appeal: Police urge anyone with information to contact detectives at 770-513-5300 or submit anonymous tips via Crime Stoppers for a potential cash reward.
How You Can Help: Tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or online at stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information leading to an arrest and indictment.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue gathering details surrounding the shooting.
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