From The Tribune staff reports
CENTER POINT – Jefferson County Chief Deputy Coroner William Yates positively identified Anterrius Hill as the 12-year-old boy who was the victim of a fatal gunshot wound Saturday, Jan. 21, at 12:02 a.m., at the 300 block of Oxford Acres Circle in Center Point.
Hill was shot inside his residence during unknown circumstances, and when deputies arrived, they found the 12-year-old suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound.
“Deputies attempted life-saving measures, and the child was transported to Children’s Hospital, but medical personnel were unable to revive him,” Sgt. Joni Money said.
On Monday, Jan. 23, Money released the following statement:
“The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is continuing their investigation into the death of 12-year-old Anterrius Hill. On Friday, January 21, 2023, Anterrius was the victim of a gunshot wound that proved to be fatal. We are speaking with multiple witnesses, including another male juvenile who was thought to be present at the time of the shooting.
“The death of a child is always so difficult to understand. At this time, we believe it is prudent to remind all gun owners to secure your weapons in a safe location, away from children, those who may act recklessly with a weapon or individuals who may use it to commit a crime.”
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.