Israel United in Christ (IUIC) stood alongside the family and Ghanaian community to demand justice for 15-year-old Javits Frimpong, whose young life was tragically taken when he was shot while walking to school in the Bronx. During the press conference, IUIC offered heartfelt condolences to his parents and loved ones while calling upon law enforcement and city officials to conduct a thorough investigation and bring those responsible to justice.
Javits came to America from Ghana seeking education, opportunity, and a promising future, yet his life was cut short by the violence plaguing our communities. His death reminds us that we cannot remain silent while our children are being bullied, assaulted, and killed. As the Scriptures command, “Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction” (Proverbs 31:8).
IUIC stands in unity with the people of Ghana and everyone mourning this devastating loss. We will continue raising our voices against injustice, strengthening our communities, and teaching our people to love and protect one another. Javits Frimpong will not be forgotten, and we pray that his family receives comfort, answers, and justice.
