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Accident – Death – Obituary News :
The King County Superior Court has found probable cause in a homicide investigation against a Newcastle man accused of fatally shooting a teenager outside Big 5 Sporting Goods in Renton. The suspect, identified as 51-year-old Aaron Brown Myers, was arrested by the Renton Police Department at the scene on the evening of June 5 following the tragic death of 17-year-old Hazrat Ali Rohani, a student at Kent-Meridian High School.
Victim identified and cause of death confirmed
According to the King County Medical Examiner’s Office, Hazrat Ali Rohani succumbed to multiple gunshot wounds, with his death officially ruled as a homicide. The tragic incident took place outside the Big 5 Sporting Goods store in the 600 block of South Grady Way in Renton.
Court proceedings and evidence presented
During a first appearance hearing at the King County Superior Court, the court found probable cause for murder in the second degree against Aaron Brown Myers. Surveillance footage from the scene showed Myers approaching the minors, including Hazrat, with a raised handgun. The footage revealed that one of the minors had a BB gun, which he placed on the sidewalk and extended his arms to show he was unarmed.
Despite the minor’s compliance, Myers pushed him to the ground and aimed his gun at Hazrat, ultimately firing multiple shots that resulted in the teenager’s tragic death. The court also noted conflicting statements made by Myers during his interview with the police, as the surveillance footage contradicted his version of events.
Details of the incident and conflicting accounts
Myers claimed that he believed the minors were attempting armed robbery and that he felt compelled to intervene to protect innocent individuals, including his son who was attending a nearby martial arts class. However, the minors later clarified that they were carrying airsoft guns and were simply returning and exchanging one at the sporting goods store.
Despite the minors’ explanations and attempts to comply with Myers’s commands, the situation escalated, leading to the fatal shooting of Hazrat Ali Rohani. The court set Myers’s bail at $2 million, with prosecutors expecting a case referral for a charging decision by June 10.
Conclusion
This tragic incident has shaken the Renton community, highlighting the importance of de-escalation and proper communication in potentially dangerous situations. As the legal proceedings continue, the memory of Hazrat Ali Rohani serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of gun violence.
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Teen dies in Renton parking lot shooting
BB gun incident in Renton parking lot.
