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    11-year-old in hospital, police search for shooting suspects

    By Zachary Smith,

    2024-06-20

    ALLENTOWN, LEHIGH COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are asking the public for help in locating two men suspected of shooting an 11-year-old.

    According to a release from District Attorney Gavin Holihan, 18-year-old Jahliel Joseph Branford, and 19-year-old Renee Jaquest Brown Jr. are charged with the attempted murder of an 11-year-old boy that occurred in Allentown on June 13.

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    Police say the victim is currently hospitalized.

    Nationwide warrants have been issued for the capture of Branford and Brown Jr. Police say they are to be considered armed and dangerous.

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    Anyone who comes into contact with Branford and/or Brown Jr. are asked to call 911 immediately.

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