Wrollan Psolo Foulkes, a 15-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life following a shooting incident in Brownsville, Florida, on November 30, 2020. The incident occurred around 7:30 p.m. near Northwest 22nd Avenue and Northwest 51st Street. Wrollan, along with two other teenagers, was struck by gunfire. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Wrollan succumbed to his injuries a few days later. The other two victims, another 15-year-old and a 14-year-old, survived the attack.
The shooting left the community in shock and mourning, as Wrollan was remembered as a ninth-grader at Booker T. Washington High School who had a passion for dogs and basketball.
The investigation into Wrollan's death revealed that the teens were standing in the street when an unknown assailant approached and opened fire. Miami-Dade Police have been actively seeking information from the public to identify and apprehend the shooter. The department increased the reward for information leading to an arrest to $10,000, hoping to encourage witnesses to come forward. Despite these efforts, the case remains unsolved, with no arrests or suspects publicly identified as of now.
Wrollan's family and the community have been vocal in their demand for justice. His mother, devastated by the loss of her son, has urged anyone with information to assist the police. The case has highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area, prompting calls for increased safety measures and community support to prevent such tragedies in the future. The Miami-Dade Police Department continues to investigate, appealing to the public for any leads that could help bring the perpetrator to justice.
