Teenager shot by ATF agent dies in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, an 18-year-old high school student named Kendric Curtis was shot by an agent from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) on Thursday evening. The incident occurred in Aliquippa at the Linmar Terrace housing complex around 6:20 p.m. Mayor Dwan B. Walker confirmed the shooting and noted that it has raised concerns in the community, as they were not aware of the reason for the agency's presence in the area. With multiple gunshots heard by witnesses in the vicinity, a significant police presence highlighted the tension following the shooting. Curtis was transported to Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, where he succumbed to his injuries later that night. According to a separate statement from the Pennsylvania State Police, the shooting took place while ATF and FBI agents were engaged in a joint investigation, but details surrounding the situation remain unclear. The fluidity of the circumstances has prompted local officials to call for calm and clarity as more information becomes available. In response to the shooting, the Aliquippa School District Superintendant Dr. Phillip K. Woods announced the availability of support services for students affected by the tragedy, stressing the importance of community support during this troubling time. He underscored the emotional impact of losing a classmate and friend for the students, who may experience a wide range of feelings as they navigate the grieving process. The Pennsylvania State Police are actively investigating the incident, as is the ATF, which is offering support in the investigation as needed. With the community grappling with this devastating event, Mayor Walker has urged residents to refrain from immediate judgment and to allow the investigation to unfold while calling for prayers for the victim and his family.