HS Choir And Cheerleader 17 DIES After SHOT In Northwest DC

Jamahri Sydnor, a Woodrow Wilson High School student, choir member and cheerleader, shot Thursday in northeast D.C, passed away yesterday, according to police.

Sydnor, 17, was shot at around 3:30 p.m. in the 1400 block of Saratoga Avenue on Thursday, authorities say.

Officials found Sydnor and an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds when they arrived on scene. A 21-year-old male was arrested and charged with assault with intent to kill by gun.

Sydnor had recently graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School.

Lakeisha Stallings via Facebook: “RIP luv… Ms.Jamahri Sydnor u will truly be missed. My prayers n deepest condolences go out to her family n loved ones… Gone 2 soon… Another young life taken due to crazy circumstances. So young so innocent… Live on forever in our hearts”

“She was a member of our choir and a cheerleader. She has had a tremendously positive impact on all who know her,” said Woodrow Wilson High School Principal Kimberly Martin.

The D.C. Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for anyone with information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the homicide. source

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends at this difficult time.