Fall River

17-year-old charged in murder of 20-year-old family member in Fall River

Police said they were called to a report of shots fired on the 900 block of Rodman Street where they found the victim, a 20-year-old man, with a gunshot wound

Police investigate a shooting on Rodman Street in Fall River, Massachusetts, on March 15, 2025.
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Police investigate a shooting on Rodman Street in Fall River, Massachusetts, on March 15, 2025.

A 17-year-old has been charged with murder in the death of a 20-year-old relative after a shooting in Fall River, Massachusetts, Saturday afternoon.

The Bristol County District Attorney said the 17-year-old, who was not named due to his age, shot and killed 20- year-old Jaleale Simmons at an apartment on Rodman Street. Both Simmons and the suspect lived at the address, according to the DA.

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The 17-year-old is scheduled to be arraigned in Fall River District Court on Monday.

Police said there is no danger to the public at this time.

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