Terrico Henry, a 14-year-old African American boy from Columbus, OH, tragically died on January 13, 2014, from a gunshot wound in the basement of a home in South Linden. The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m., and Henry was found with a gunshot wound in his torso. He was rushed to Nationwide Children's Hospital but succumbed to his injuries shortly after 11 p.m.
The investigation revealed that Calvin Fluellen, a 16-year-old friend of Henry's, was responsible for the shooting.
Fluellen admitted to pointing the handgun at Henry and pulling the trigger, believing the gun was not loaded at the time. He was charged with reckless homicide and tampering with evidence. Additionally, another teen, Angelo Womack, was charged with tampering with evidence for attempting to hide the gun used in the shooting.
The case drew significant attention due to the close friendship between Henry and Fluellen, with family members expressing disbelief and grief over the tragic accident. Fluellen was sentenced to a minimum of 18 months in the state's juvenile-prison system, with the possibility of being held until he turns 21, depending on his behavior.
The incident highlighted the importance of gun safety and the devastating consequences of firearms in the hands of minors. Henry's family and the community called for better adult supervision and awareness about the dangers of guns.
This tragic event left a lasting impact on Henry's family and friends, who continue to mourn his loss and advocate for measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
