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Bronx boy Jacob 'Kai' Freytes killed in stray gunfire was son of retired NYPD sergeant; suspect William Ferrer charged with murder
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: KTRK , as published by ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway William Ferrer, a 45-year-old man, is facing a murder charge in relation to Jacob's death.
A murder charge has been filed in connection with the death of a young boy from the Bronx. The victim, Jacob 'Kai' Freytes, was the son of a retired NYPD sergeant. Details of the incident are limited, but an arrest was made on Sunday.
William Ferrer, a 45-year-old man, is facing a murder charge in relation to Jacob's death. Further information about the case can be found through ABC13 Houston, including the circumstances surrounding the arrest and charge of William Ferrer.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 27, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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