A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot and his father wounded in a violent attack on Gladilous Crescent, La Horquetta, shortly before 9 p.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026. Authorities report that gunmen opened fire, striking the teenager, identified as Ezekiel Moore, and injuring his father, Joe Moore.
Ezekiel Moore, a student at Malabar Secondary School, was pronounced dead at the scene, while his father was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of gunshot injuries. Authorities have not yet released details regarding suspects or motives.
Local law enforcement has cordoned off the area as investigators interview witnesses, gather evidence, and review possible surveillance footage from the surrounding neighborhood. Residents expressed shock over the attack, highlighting concerns about rising gun violence in the community.
Police continue to appeal to anyone with information to come forward to assist in identifying the perpetrators. Updates on the investigation, as well as the condition of Joe Moore, will be provided as more details emerge.
