In a tragic incident, 16-year-old Peter Hyman Jr. was shot and killed outside the Citrus Park Town Center Mall in Tampa, Florida, on Saturday evening. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has launched an investigation and is interviewing multiple persons of interest to determine the circumstances of the shooting. The incident occurred shortly after 7 p. m.

while Hyman was spending time with friends at the mall's food court. Eyewitnesses reported hearing gunshots, which caused chaos as patrons scrambled for safety. His mother, Bianca Cooper, is devastated by the loss and is pleading for answers about why her son was targeted. She described Hyman as a beloved young man who didn't deserve such a fate. This incident has raised concerns about safety in public spaces, particularly among local residents.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.