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Louisville 14-Year-Old Arrested for Killing Honored Defender

7/28/2026

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A 14-year-old was arrested in Louisville, Kentucky, for murdering 15-year-old Da’Jon Hayes-Burr Saturday night.
Hayes-Burr was honored in April for defending 12-year-old Bristyl Stasel from sexual harassment, during which he was stabbed.
Louisville Metro Council issued a proclamation praising Hayes-Burr’s extraordinary courage, compassion and selflessness.
Hayes-Burr’s family announced a funeral and a fundraiser for his mother Lakeita, calling his death tragic and senseless.

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A 14-year-old was arrested in Louisville, Kentucky, for murdering 15-year-old Da’Jon Hayes-Burr Saturday night.
Hayes-Burr was honored in April for defending 12-year-old Bristyl Stasel from sexual harassment, during which he was stabbed.
Louisville Metro Council issued a proclamation praising Hayes-Burr’s extraordinary courage, compassion and selflessness.
Hayes-Burr’s family announced a funeral and a fundraiser for his mother Lakeita, calling his death tragic and senseless.