2 Young Girls Arrested in Mob Killing of Teen
A crowd of children and teenagers attacked and killed a 16-year-old in front of her home, New Orleans police said. Vinicia Smith was apparently killed in a neighborhood feud, said police Sgt. Paul Accardo.
He said two girls, ages 12 and 14, were booked as juveniles on second-degree murder charges. Police were looking for more boys and girls, Accardo said.
Seven to 10 people attacked Smith, and one stabbed her with a steak knife, Accardo said.
Witnesses pointed out the 12-year-old, and the 14-year-old surrendered moments later.
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