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Two Teens Charged in White House Murder; One Still At Large

9/8/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Police released mugshots of 17-year-olds Kelvin Thomas Jr. and Jailen Lucas, charged with murdering 21-year-old Eric Tarpinian-Jachym.
The shooting took place on June 30, near the White House.
Eighteen-year-old Naqwan Antonio Lucas remains at large, with a $50,000 reward for information on his arrest.
Tarpinian-Jachym received a moment of silence in Congress.
Attorney General Pam Bondi warned of severe consequences for the suspects if convicted.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act, signed by President Bill Clinton, allocated $30 billion to combat crime in the U.S., shaping policing strategies and impacting crime rates. The recent murder of Eric Tarpinian-Jachym near the White House highlights persistent urban violence and youth crime, echoing concerns from the 1990s and prompting discussions on legislative responses to crime and accountability.

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Story summary

Police released mugshots of 17-year-olds Kelvin Thomas Jr. and Jailen Lucas, charged with murdering 21-year-old Eric Tarpinian-Jachym.
The shooting took place on June 30, near the White House.
Eighteen-year-old Naqwan Antonio Lucas remains at large, with a $50,000 reward for information on his arrest.
Tarpinian-Jachym received a moment of silence in Congress.
Attorney General Pam Bondi warned of severe consequences for the suspects if convicted.

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