Jalen Jackson

Death by Force

Jalen Jackson, a 16-year-old from Detroit, was shot and killed on September 25, 2010, near the intersection of East 7 Mile and Hoover. The incident happened in the midst of a wave of violent crimes that plagued the city during that period. Detroit faced significant struggles with gang violence and illegal firearms, both of which contributed heavily to the high homicide rates during this time. The death of Jalen Jackson highlights the risks faced by young people in some of Detroit's most affected ...Read More