A 15-year-old is facing a first‑degree murder charge after surrendering to Hollywood police on May 28, weeks after a late‑April shooting in a residential neighborhood that left another teen dead. The gunfire erupted on April 22 near a park along Farragut Street and Northwest 73rd Avenue, according to residents and police.
Suspect Surrenders
Hollywood detectives had been searching for a suspect when, according to WSVN, 15-year-old Gentle Edwards turned himself in on May 28. He is now charged with first‑degree murder.
Police have not released information about a possible motive, where Edwards is being held, or when his first court appearance is expected. For now, investigators are keeping most details under wraps as they continue building the case.
What Happened In April
Officers previously identified the victim as 17-year-old Robin Bouza Jr. He was found with a gunshot wound and pronounced dead at the scene in the 7300 block of Farragut Street on the night of April 22, according to CBS Miami.
Surveillance footage obtained by local reporters appears to show two cars pulled up side‑by‑side just seconds before shots were fired, and investigators spent hours combing the area and collecting evidence around a silver Jaguar believed to be tied to the case, Local 10 reported.
Legal Next Steps
Edwards is charged with first‑degree murder, a crime that can move a teenager into the adult court system in Florida. Under state law, prosecutors may “direct file” certain 14- and 15-year-olds accused of serious felonies such as murder, meaning the State Attorney’s Office can choose to prosecute them as adults, according to Florida Statutes Chapter 985.
Whether that will happen in this case will depend on the State Attorney’s review of the police investigation and Edwards’ background.
Police Ask For Tips
Hollywood police say the homicide investigation is still active and are asking anyone with information to come forward. Tipsters can contact the Hollywood Police Department or Broward Crime Stoppers. Local 10 lists the tip lines as 954‑764‑4357 and 954‑493‑8477.
Detectives say they expect to release more details as the case progresses. It was not immediately clear whether the State Attorney’s Office will ultimately file the case in adult court or when an arraignment will be held, according to WSVN.
