NEW YORK (AP) - A New York City high school student killed by accidental gunfire has been remembered at a funeral that overflowed with mourners, including the cousin accused of shooting him.
The Daily News says so hundreds of people gathered for Mohammed Touray’s funeral Thursday at a Bronx mosque. Prayer mats were placed on the sidewalk for those who couldn’t find a seat inside.
The 18-year-old’s father, Sekou Touray, told the newspaper his nephew Omar Turay came to the service hours after his release on $15,000 bond.
The 21-year-old college student faces manslaughter and weapon possession charges. Authorities and relatives said the cousins were fiddling with a pistol Tuesday in the teen’s bedroom when the gun went off accidentally.
Sekou Touray has called the shooting “two tragedies” for the family.
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Information from: Daily News, http://www.nydailynews.com
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