Mother of 15-year-old killed in Kingsessing mass shooting speaks out
The 15-year-old rushed to the aid of his 13-year-old friend who had been shot in the leg.
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The 15-year-old rushed to the aid of his 13-year-old friend who had been shot in the leg.
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