The United States Embassy in Ghana has expressed sadness over the tragic death of Javits Frimpong, a 15-year-old student of Ghanaian descent, in New York City.
In a statement, the Embassy extended its condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of the teenager, as well as all those grieving his loss in both Ghana and the United States.
“The U.S. Embassy in Ghana is deeply saddened by the tragic death in New York City of Javits Frimpong, a 15-year-old student of Ghanaian descent,” the statement said.
The Embassy added that its thoughts are with the deceased’s family and all those affected by the tragedy during this difficult period.
“We hold Javits’ family, friends, and all who mourn him in Ghana and the United States in our thoughts,” the statement noted.
The death of the teenager has drawn sympathy from members of the Ghanaian community both at home and abroad, with many expressing condolences to the bereaved family.
Further details surrounding the circumstances of the incident have not yet been made public.
The U.S. Embassy reaffirmed its support and solidarity with all those mourning the young student’s untimely passing.