12-Year-Old Girl, 16-Year-Old Boy Charged In Shooting Death Of Camden Teen Football Star

Two juveniles are facing charges in connection with the shooting death of a 16-year-old Camden teen inside a home last month.

Xyere Brooks, a sophomore at KIPP High School and a standout football player, was fatally shot on June 6 inside a Camden residence. Authorities say a 16-year-old boy brought a firearm into the home, and a 12-year-old girl later discharged the weapon, striking Brooks.

Both juveniles surrendered to authorities on Tuesday.

The 12-year-old girl is charged with Manslaughter and Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, while the 16-year-old boy is charged with Unlawful Possession of a Weapon.

Both suspects were released under court-imposed conditions and are scheduled to appear in court on July 23.

Brooks’s death has shaken the Camden community, where he was known as a promising athlete and student.

Information provided by the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office.