Who was Jacob Freytes? President Donald Trump hugs slain Bronx boy’s parents in emotional viral video - watch
Jacob Freytes, a 12-year-old boy, was killed by a stray bullet. The shooter, 45-year-old William Ferrer, faces multiple charges.
President Donald Trump embraced the parents of 12-year-old Jacob Freytes, a slain Bronx boy, during a speech on Long Island on Friday. The Freytes, Migdalia Martinez and retired NYPD Sgt. Jesus Freytes, were present in the audience at the Nassau County Police Academy in Garden City, New York. Trump learned of their attendance after hearing about Jacob's death and immediately left the podium, walking to greet the grieving parents.
He hugged both Martinez and Freytes, speaking privately with them before returning to address the crowd. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared the emotional moment on social media, describing it as an "impromptu" encounter. Jacob Freytes was killed by a stray bullet while riding his bicycle outside a bodega in late July, an event that has drawn national attention and prompted calls for stricter action against repeat offenders.
A proposal known as "Jacob's Law" was introduced by Republican lawmakers in New York, aiming to increase penalties for reckless criminal conduct resulting in a child's death. William Ferrer, arrested in connection with the shooting, faces multiple charges and has an extensive arrest record, including previous charges for drunken driving, drug possession, menacing, and criminal contempt.
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